GRILLED STUFFED PORK CHOPS

GRILLED STUFFED PORK CHOPS 1 box Stove Top cornbread stuffing 6-8 pork chops (1 inch thick) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup prepared zesty Italian salad dressing In medium bowl, mix stuffing with water listed on box. Let sit for 5 minutes, fluff with fork. In a small skillet over medium heat, brown pork until no longer pink; drain. Meanwhile, cut a deep slit in each chop, forming a pocket. Stuff with stuffing; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle chops with garlic powder and pepper. Brush each side with Italian dressing. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer inserted in the meat reads 145°, basting twice with sauce from one bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks. **you can also stuff the raw chops and cook entirely on the grill