This recipes works best with ripe pears. To speed up the ripening process, place pears in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple. Both of these fruits give off ethylene gas, which speeds up the ripening process.

Pork Chops with Balsamic Pear Sauce

Heat grill to medium heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Grill the pork chops until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees, turning once. Remove from grill and keep warm.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pears and cook until softened and slightly browned.

Reduce the heat. Stir in balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and rosemary. Simmer until thickened and sauce coats the back of a spoon. Discard rosemary, remove from heat and serve over pork chops.