Fresh Herb Grilled Chops w/Spicy Apple Chutney

Fresh Herb Grilled Chops w/Spicy Apple Chutney

8 bone-in pork chops
2 T. finely chopped garlic
4 T. fresh chopped rosemary
4 T. fresh chopped thyme

4 T. Montreal seasoning
Olive oil - enough to make a paste, rub consistency

Combine ingredients and generously rub onto both sides of chops. Allow to marinade in bowl, covered with plastic wrap for at least a couple hours. Grill chops on both sides until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.

Spicy Apple Chutney

7 apples - diced (I didn't peel apples)
1 onion - diced
1 cup apple cider vinegar
2 T. maple syrup
2 t. grainy mustard
1/2 - 1 t. dried chile flakes
sprinkling of cinnamon
olive oil

Saute onions in olive oil until translucent. Add remaining ingredients and gently cook until apples are soft.

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