Back in August we joined a meat CSA. Each month for $60 we get a box with 5-6 items in it. Last months box had veal chops that I never got around to making. I was in the mood for a hearty dinner so I prepare these with some polenta and garlic greens.
Veal Chop preparation:
Dredge in breadcrumbs (you can use flour, but I like the crunchiness of the breadcrumb) and season with salt, pepper and garlic.
Heat a pan with 1 Tbs of olive oil. Pan fry for 5-7 min per side and remove. Deglaze pan with 3 Tbs of dry vermouth. Whisk in 2 Tbs of half and half . Then toss in 2 Tbs of capers. Add meat back to pan and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Polenta-
In a pan bring 6 cups of water to at boil. Add 2 cups of polenta and 2 tsp of salt. After 3 mins add 1/2 diced bell pepper, 2 cloves crushed garlic, 1 diced tomato, and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Cook until done. Finish with siring in 2 Tbs half and half and 4 oz light feta cheese.
Greens-
In a large pan heat 2 Tbs of olive oil, add 3 cloves crushed garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add 3 cups chopped fresh spinach and 2 cups chopped french kale. Heat on low till wilted but still firm. Add salt and pepper.
Other than dirtying 3 pots tonight, the meal is pretty simple to make.
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