The Food of Downton Abbey: Apple Cider Pork Chops

One of the more popular beverages in England during the Downton era was apple cider. Various varieties of apples were grown on the Abbey grounds and every part of them were put into full use (peels for tea, seeds for re-planting, cores to feed the pigs, etc.). The cider was also used in cooking some wonderful dishes including this delicious dish featuring pork chops.

Once the apple cider was made, it was turned into two things: Hard Cider (alcohol) and Cider Vinegar. Hard Cider was a popular beverage for the downstairs staff. The vinegar was very popular in the kitchens.

When preparing pork chops at the Abbey they never used a chop with a bone in it. You would never let your guest have to cut around a bone! Their chops were actually cut from the tenderloin of the pig, which also results is a much more tender and moist chop.

This is a very simple dish to make at home and makes for a great dinner when served with some applesauce and a simple salad.

You can get the FREE recipe for Apple Cider Pork Chops from The Food of Downton Abbey @ http://on.fb.me/1hKjDbQ