WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

PORK CHOPS WITH GRILLED PEACHES AND ARUGULA

My version of a recipe from Diabetic Living.

2 (1/2" thick) bone-in pork chops
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
dash of garlic powder
2 small peaches, halved and pitted
4 (1/2") slices baguette, optional
3 cups arugula
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
1-oz feta cheese, crumbled

Preheat a grill to medium high.

Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and garlic. Place chops over direct heat on grill, cover and grill, turning once, until done (about 6 to 8 minutes - meat thermometer should read 145 degrees to be done)

Grill peaches, cut side down, rotating once halfway through, until charred (about 3 minutes).

Grill bread slices, if using, until marks form.

When you can handle the peach halves, cut each half into thirds.

Line plates with arugula and top with the peaches and pork chops. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with the cheese. Serve with the bread, if using.

Yield: 2 servings
Per serving: Calories 377, Carbs 31 g (3 g fiber, 15 g sugar, mostly natural from peaches), Fat 11g, 5 g sat, 37 g protein
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