Pork Chops with Shallots

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400.
2. 2
   Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and dust with flour.
3. 3
   In a skillet, heat the oil until shimmering.
4. 4
   Add the pork and cook over high heat for 1 minute.
5. 5
   Add the butter, reduce the heat to moderately high and cook, turning once, until the chops are browned on both sides, 8 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer the chops to a baking sheet and bake in the oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted at the thickest point registers 145, about 7 minutes.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, add the shallots and anise to the skillet and cook over low heat, stirring, until softened, about 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Add the wine and reduce over moderately high heat to 1/4 cup, about 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Add the stock and reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute longer.
11. 11
    Season with salt and pepper.
12. 12
    Transfer the chops to plates and top with the sauce.