Friday - A Toast To A Roast

Every Friday, TBITB will post a food and drink pairing that will really take the week-long edge off...

Pacific Side Stock N' Chop

- Eastern Manhattan from http://www.drinksmixer.com/

2 1/2 oz Suntory® Royal whisky

1/4 oz Ricard® pastis

1/2 oz sweet vermouth

Stir with ice to chill and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry, and serve.


 










 - Szechuan-Style Pork Chops from http://www.chinesefood-recipes.com/

Serves 4

Ingredients:

•4 boneless pork chops, 3/8-inch thick
•1 clove garlic, minced
•1 tsp. vegetable oil
•2 tbsps. rice wine or dry sherry
•2 tbsps. soy sauce
•1 tbsp. brown sugar
•1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
•1 tbsp. water
•1 tsp. cornstarch






Directions:

1.Brown chops on one side in oil with garlic in nonstick pan over medium heat; turn.

2.Combine sherry, soy sauce, brown sugar and red pepper; pour over chops. Cover and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes.

3.Combine water and cornstarch; add to pan and cook until thickened. Serve with hot cooked noodles or rice, if desired.


Enjoy!