Turkish Pork Loin Chops with Bacon

About a month and a half ago I gathered up a group of wonderful ladies and we've started a meal swap. For those of you that just said, "Huh?!", we are each making enough of two main dishes and then freezing so that each family has 12 frozen meals a month. Some of us made breakfast things like a quiche (which actually goes for any meal at my house) and breakfast burritos. Anyway, this recipe was on the menu last month and EVERYONE loved it. I wish I had a photo, but try it anyway!! I'll include the freezing instructions courtesy of Fix, Freeze, Feast, one of my current favorites!

Turkish Pork Loin Chops with Bacon
(makes 2 entrees, 5-6 servings each)

1 tray (~12 chops) boneless pork loin chops
1/4 c. Turkish seasoning (recipe to follow)
12 slices bacon
15-20 toothpicks
2 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled

Homemade Turkish Seasoning
1 T. salt
1 T. garlic granules
1 T. ground cumin
2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. dried cilantro
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1. Rinse and trim chops as desired.
2. Mix up Turkish seasoning spices in a small bowl.
3. Rub 1 tsp of Turkish seasoning over the surfaces of each chop. Wrap one of more slices of bacon around the edge of each chop, securing with toothpicks.
4. Place chops on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the freezer for 1 hour. Divide frozen chops evenly among the freezer bags. To avoid puncturing the bags you may wish to double-bag the chops.
5. Seal and return to the freezer.

To Cook One Entree:

1. Place chops in an ungreased baking dish. Cover and completely thaw in the refrigerator.
2. Preheat the oven to 350F.
3. Bake chops, uncovered, for 45-60 minutes, or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of chop reads 160F.

These chops are super flavorful, tender, and moist! Serve with Baked Falafel , Easy Indian Style Okra, and maybe some Carrot Raisin Salad for a wonderful meal!