Pork Chops with Leeks in Mustard Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-salt chicken broth
• Olive oil (optional)
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
• 2 teaspoons thyme
• 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• + 7 more ingredients
• • ¼ cup brandy
  • 2 slices bacon
  • 2 teaspoons fresh sage
  • ¹/₃ cup créme frache or sour cream
  • 4 1 1/2- to 2-inch-thick bone-in heritage pork rib chops
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 cups leeks (white and pale green parts only)

Pat chops dry with paper towels. Mix 2 teaspoons coarse salt, thyme, rosemary, and 1 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mixture on both sides of chops. Let stand at room temperature 1 to 2 hours or wrap and chill up to 1 day. Heat heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and...

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