Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 pork shoulder chops (butt)
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons lard or 2 tablespoons drippings
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 4 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese

Method

  • Mix crumbs, parmesan cheese, salt and paprkia.
  • Dredge chops with flour.
  • Dip in egg.
  • Coat with crumb mixture.
  • Heat lard in large frying pan.
  • Brown chops on both sides.
  • Place in shallow 8 inch square or round baking dish.
  • Add onion to frying pan.
  • Saute until golden.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and oregano.
  • Cover each chop with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
  • Pour tomato mixture over cheese.
  • Bake 375 40 minutes.