Seared Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 2 pork chops, about 3 oz. each (not including bone)
  
  
• olive oil
  
  
• salt
  
  
• pepper
  
  
• spices of your choice

Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 450 F.

2. Heat a cast iron skillet or other heavy, ovenproof pan over medium-high heat. Lubricate your pork chops with the oil all over. Season with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. Some good ones to try: cumin, coriander seed, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and chipotle pepper powder.

3. Sear the chops on each side in the pan until golden, about 2 - 3 minutes per side. Then, put the skillet in the oven until the chops are cooked through.

4. Allow to rest for 5 - 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 2.