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MARINATED PORK CHOPS

I make these tender chops all summer long, and my family never tires of them. My secret? Marinate the meat overnight.

—JEAN NEITZEL BELOIT, WI



PREP: 5 MIN. + MARINATING • GRILL: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS


3/4 cup canola oil

1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup white vinegar

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon prepared mustard

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

1 garlic clove, minced

6 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)

1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add the pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight.

2. Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat, for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.

FREEZE OPTION Freeze uncooked pork in bag with marinade. To use, completely thaw in refrigerator. Grill as directed.