Maple Pecan Pork Chops

From Quick Cooking (Jan./Feb. 06), page 21.

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Yield: 4 servings.

2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup maple syrup, divided
4 pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick)
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup unsweetened apple juice
1 cup pecan halves

In a small bowl, combine the mustard, pepper, and 2 teaspoons syrup. Brush over both sides of pork chops. In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork in butter over medium heat for 2-4 minutes on each side. Add apple juice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender. Remove chops and keep warm.

Add pecans and remaining syrup to the skillet; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until blended. Serve over the pork chops.