Pork Chops Italian

Parmesan breaded pork chops baked in spaghetti sauce and topped with mozzarella cheese. Serve with your favorite pasta.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fine, dry bread crumbs
6 (1-inch-thick) boneless pork chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (26 to 28-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
16 ounces fettuccine, cooked
Fresh basil sprigs for garnish (optional)

Cooking Directions:

1. Stir together Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Dredge pork chops in bread crumb mixture.
2. Brown chops in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chops in a lightly greased 11 x 7 x 2-inch baking dish; pour spaghetti sauce over chops.
3. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, and bake 5 more minutes. Serve over hot cooked fettuccine. Garnish, if desired.

Makes 6 servings.