Apple Pork Chops

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2 -In a large oven-safe skillet, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat.

Step 3 -Generously season the pork with the salt and the pepper.

Step 4 -Place the pork in the skillet and cook until you achieve a deep golden-brown, about 6 minutes on each side.

Step 5 -Add 1/2 cup of the cider to the pan, then place it in the oven to roast to your preferred level of doneness, about 10-15 minutes. For medium-well or 135 degrees F, roast the chops for about 10 minutes. For well-done or 145 degrees F, roast for about 15 minutes.

Step 6 -While the pork is roasting, in a clean skillet, cook the sliced apples for 5 minutes with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat.

Step 7 -Add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of the apple cider and increase the heat to high.

Step 8 -Sauté the apple mixture for 1-2 minutes and then season with the salt.

Step 9 -Remove the pork chops from the oven and transfer them to a plate, reserving the drippings in the pan.

Step 10 -Whisk the sage and the mustard into the pork drippings, and season with the salt and the pepper.

Step 11 -Plate the apple mixture with the pork, pouring the sauce over the top and serve.