Gourmet Baked Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 1 cup bread stuffing
• 1/4 cup hot water
• 2 tablespoons soft butter
• 6 double-rib pork chops with pockets
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon onion salt
• 1 (16 ounce) can applesauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Pinch each thyme, marjoram and oregano

Instructions

1. Mix bread stuffing with hot water and butter; fill pockets in the chops with the dressing. Season chops with the salt and onion salt and arrange in a shallow casserole.
2. Combine applesauce, water, salt and garlic. Pour the mixture over the chops and sprinkle with the herbs.
3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 1/2 hours, covered.
4. Uncover and continue baking for 20 minutes more, basting occasionally.