Sofrito Pork Chops

Directions

1. 1
   Place Sofrito Base in blender; cover.
2. 2
   Blend until smooth.
3. 3
   Heat large skillet on medium-high heat; add sofrito mixture, tomatoes and ham.
4. 4
   Cook 10 min., stirring occasionally.
5. 5
   Arrange chops over sofrito mixture; press gently into sofrito mixture with spatula.
6. 6
   Reduce heat to medium; cover.
7. 7
   Cook 10 min.
8. 8
   Turn chops over carefully with spatula so that sofrito mixture coats chops.
9. 9
   Cook, uncovered, 5 min.
10. 10
    or until cooked through (160F).
11. 11
    Remove from heat.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with cheese.
13. 13
    Cover; let stand 5 min.
14. 14
    Sprinkle with cilantro.