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Ham and Cheese Stuffed Pork Cutlets

If you are looking for a pork cutlet recipe, there are plenty to choose from. You might want to try making breaded pork cutlets or experiment with sauces. The following recipe uses cheddar cheese and prosciutto ham to bring out the tasty pork flavor. The pork cutlets are pounded thin, filled with cheese and ham and covered with egg and breadcrumbs, thereby giving them plenty of mouthwatering flavor. Try using mozzarella instead of cheddar if you prefer the flavor or want to use something less sharp-tasting.

Five minutes per side is usually sufficient time to cook these pork cutlets to perfection so you can make a green salad while the pork cooks, if you like. Keep it simple using two or three kinds of leaves and perhaps a basic dressing made with lemon juice and balsamic vinegar. If you are not serving wine with this dish you can use wine vinegar in the salad dressing but if you are, using balsamic vinegar means the dressing will not clash with the wine.

Why not serve these ham and cheese stuffed pork cutlets with rice? They would also be nice with boiled potatoes. Whichever side dishes you choose to make, you are sure to be very impressed with this simple yet delicious pork cutlet recipe. It might be an easy recipe but the flavor is truly magnificent.

Pork Cutlet Recipes

Ingredients -

8 lean pork cutlets, boneless and lean, cut ¼ inch thick
6 oz cheddar cheese
4 prosciutto, in thin slices
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup seasoned dried breadcrumbs
¼ cup vegetable oil or olive oil
1 lemon, cut lengthwise into 4 wedges, for garnish

Preparation:

Pound each pork cutlet with a meat mallet or heavy can until it is 1/8 inch thick. Trim the cheese and ham until the are slightly smaller than the diameter of the cutlets. Top 4 of the cutlets with cheese and ham. Cover with the remaining cutlets and pound the edges to seal them together. Dip both sides in egg, then breadcrumbs. Place on waxed paper.

In a heavy, 10 inch skillet, heat the oil to a high heat. Lower to a medium high heat and add the cutlets. You should use a spatter shield if you have one. Cook the cutlets for about 5 minutes per side until they are done. Using a slotted spatula, remove them from the pan. Serve the pork hot over rice, garnished with lemon wedges.

(Serves 4)

Wine Suggestion:

Wine to Serve with Pork Cutlets

A light red wine goes perfectly with this dish. You could try Chouinard red wine, which is a blend of cabernet sauvignon and zinfandel from the north of California. The subtle oak and toast flavors and hint of strawberry go beautifully with this pork recipe and this wine should be served at 60ºF.

Ham and Cheese Stuffed Pork Cutlets

Photo Description:

A Picture of Ham and Cheese Stuffed Pork Cutlets - this dish is stuffed with cheddar cheese, imported Italian prosciutto ham and is lightly breaded for a delicious entrée and the perfect accompaniment to a glass of wine. Accented with sprigs of thyme.