Andouille Stuffed Double Cut Pork Chops

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the andouille sausage and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes. Add the onions, bell peppers, and celery. Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are wilted. Season with salt and pepper.

Stir in the garlic. Add the cornbread and stock and mix well. Season with salt and cayenne. Cook, stirring, for about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley. Cool the dressing.

Make a 1- to 2-inch slit on the side of the pork chop. Season the entire chop with salt and cayenne.

Stuff each pork chop with a good amount of the stuffing, about 1/2 to 3/4 cup. The chop will be very full. Wrap each chop with 4 slices of the bacon, making sure that each end of bacon overlaps the other.

Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully lay the chops in the pan. Sear the chops for about 4 to 5 minutes on one side, or until one side of the bacon is crispy. Flip the chops over and continue to sear for 4 minutes.

Remove the chops from the heat and place in the oven. Roast the chops for about 6 to 8 minutes for medium. Remove the chops from pan and allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Deglaze the pan with the veal stock, reduce and re-season with salt and pepper. Pour over chops as you wish.