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Types of French Wine |
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There are over 360 types of French wine, including red, white, blush, and sparkling. Each type includes up to hundreds of vineyards and French wine is considered the best in the world by many connoisseurs. There is no mystery about French wine. If you enjoy a red Merlot or a Chardonnay, you will be able to find something similar in the French wine range. The problem is that French laws do not allow the grape type to be listed on the label. Merlot and Chardonnay are kinds of grape, so the French equivalent might have a different name.
The most famous French wine area is probably Bordeaux. Top wines originating from this area include Pomerol, Saint Emilion, Sauternes, Margaux, and Pauillac. Residents of Burgundy will claim their wines are superior. Burgundy wines include Pommard, Clos Vougeot, Romanée Conti, and Meursault. The three areas in France's Champagne region, Cote des Blancs, Marne Valley and Montagne de Reims, are responsible for some of the finest champagnes and sparkling wines in the world.
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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.
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Pork Cutlet Recipes |
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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.
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Ham and Cheese Stuffed Pork Cutlets |
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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
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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
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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.
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Meat Entrees and California Wine
Hearty meat based entrees, such as breaded pork cutlets, almost seem to have been made for California wine. Pork is not a rich meat but it does have a distinctive flavor, meaning that light red wines suit many pork dishes. Pork recipes with cheddar cheese, such as ham and cheese stuffed pork cutlets, also suit a similar type of wine.
Stuffed Pork Recipes and Wine
The soft, fruity flavor of Merlot is a great match for pork chops. A fruity Zinfandel is very good with more robust dishes and a light red, such as Pinot Noir, complements most pork recipes. If you are using a stuffing in your pork dish, you might need to rethink the wine depending on the stuffing.
If your pork recipe uses a spicy stuffing or spicy coating, something aromatic such as Riesling or Pinot Grigio suits both the spicy taste and the flavor of the pork. A dry, fruity rosé such as Syrah Rosé or a fruity red like Pinot Noir will also go well with a spicy pork recipe.
With a fruity dish like the one pork chops in fig sauce, you might like to add a dash of red wine to the recipe. The difference in flavor will be slight but the addition of California wine to many recipes really brings out the flavor and makes it more rounded. If you are making a lighter sauce, such as cinnamon pineapple pork chops, a little white wine will enhance the fruity flavor of the dish.
You can feel free to experiment with pork dishes. The suggested wines for both the ingredients and for serving are suggestions, not rules. With pork, anything from a light white to a dry rosé or even a full-bodied red can go very well with the dish. Sometimes you can find the best California wine to complement a dish through experimentation. Maybe you have received some California wine gifts and you want to try them out. Remember, the best chefs are those who are not afraid to be creative!
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