Today I’m making apple-brined, French-Cut Pork Chops and finishing with an Apple-Bourbon glaze in the Masterbuilt Smoker. I always brine pork chops when using the smoker to keep them moist. For this brine, use ½ gallon apple juice, ½ gallon water, ¾ Kosher salt, ½ cup brown sugar and ½ teaspoon Cardamom. Brine for at least 2 hours; overnight is good. After brining rinse the chops under cold water to get rid of any excess salt. For the seasoning, ingredients include: • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/2 teaspoon paprika The smoker is set to 275 degrees and I’m using pecan wood today. For the Apple-Bourbon Glaze, I’m using Evan Williams Spicy Apple Grilling Sauce. For those preferring a more complicated recipe, I’ve include a link in the description box below…..But, I’m all about easy! Keep a close watch on the temperature. It won’t take long for the pork chops to smoke. When the pork chops reach 110 - 125 degrees, apply the Evan Williams grilling sauce. Remove from the smoker when the chops reach 140 degrees and then let them rest until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees. The FDA recommends 145 degrees as a safe temperature for pork. Thanks for watching another episode of Armadillo Pepper TV. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please hit that thumbs up button and leave me a comment. Also, make sure to subscribe so that you never miss a new episode. For those wanting to make an Apple-Bourbon Glaze from scratch, here is a recipe: http://www.myrecipes.com/m/recipe/app... Visit Armadillo Pepper Hot Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Jerky & Snack Store: http://www.armadillopepper.com Additional recipes: blog.armadillopepper.com Connect with Armadillo Pepper on Google+: https://plus.google.com/+Armadillopepper Connect with Armadillo Pepper on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ArmadilloPepper Connect with Armadillo Pepper on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/armadillope... -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: "Bacon-Wrapped Salmon on the Pit Barrel Cooker" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQ1DyqqcvcY -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-