Party Pork Chops 'n Yams

• 6 smoked loin pork chops, cut in 3/4 inch thick
• 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
• 2 cups cooked mashed fresh yams or sweet potatoes
• 1 can crushed pineapple, drained, reserve liquid
• 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/8-1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/3 cup black walnut pieces

Directions

Brown pork chops in butter over medium heat. Place pork chops in 13x9 baking pan. Combine yams, pineapple, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt; mix well.. Spoon mixture over pork chops. Sprinkle with nuts. Pour pineapple liquid into pan. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes, or until yams are thoroughly heated. Makes 6 servings.

By Robin from Washington, IA