| DIRECTIONS: |
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Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. |
| 2 |
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Sprinkle the pork chops with salt and pepper. |
| 3 |
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Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook until they are brown and meat thermometer inserted horizontally into the pork registers 160 degrees F, about 3 minutes per side. |
| 4 |
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Transfer the pork chops to a plate and tent with foil to keep them warm. |
| 5 |
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Add the tomatoes with their juices, herbes de Provence, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes. |
| 6 |
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Cover and simmer until the flavors blend and the juices thicken slightly, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. |
| 7 |
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Season the sauce, to taste, with salt and more red pepper flakes. |
| 8 |
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Return the pork chops and any juices from the plate to the skillet and turn the pork chops to coat with the sauce. |
| 9 |
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Plate pork chops and spoon the sauce over. |
| 10 |
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Sprinkle with parmesan, parsley and serve. |