Ingredients
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8 medium carrots
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1 (24 oz) pkg Nature's Promise Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
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1 lemon
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1/4 cup apricot jam
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2 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 tbsp olive oil
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4 bone-in pork chops
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1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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2 tbsp butter
Steps
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Peel the carrots and halve lengthwise. Place carrots in an 8x8-inch glass baking dish with 2 tbsp water. Cover with plastic wrap. Poke a few holes in plastic. Microwave 5-6 min., until tender. Prepare the mashed potatoes according to package directions.
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Meanwhile, grate zest and squeeze juice from the lemon into a small bowl. Add jam and thyme. Whisk to combine. Season the pork chops with salt (in moderation) and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium-high. Add pork chops and cook 2-3 min. per side, until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
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To the same skillet, add broth and heat to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Add butter and jam mixture. Whisk to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add carrots and cook 3 min., shaking pan occasionally. Serve pork with carrots and mashed potatoes. Spoon any remaining sauce from skillet over pork.
