Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJohn D. McGurk's Irish Pub and GardenDouble Thick Pork Chop Recipe

Double Thick Pork Chop Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves2

Grilled, center cut, French green lentils, smoked bacon Gruyere potato gratin, spiced fruit reduction

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Ingredients

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Pork Chop

French Green Lentils

Smoked Bacon Gruyere Potato Gratin

Method

Pork Chop

  1. 1

    Prepare and Grill the Pork Chops

    Rub the pork chops with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and fresh thyme. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chops for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F. Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

French Green Lentils

  1. 2

    Cook the Lentils

    In a saucepan, combine the lentils, water, diced carrot, diced onion, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid and discard the bay leaf.

Smoked Bacon Gruyere Potato Gratin

  1. 3

    Prepare the Gratin

    Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Sprinkle half of the chopped bacon and half of the grated Gruyere cheese. Repeat the layers. In a bowl, mix the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour the mixture over the layered potatoes. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.

Spiced Fruit Reduction

  1. 4

    Make the Fruit Reduction

    In a saucepan, combine diced mixed fruits, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and apple cider vinegar. Cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruits break down and the mixture thickens.

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