Cut 2 apples in half; set aside. Cut the remaining apple into thin slices; cover lightly with plastic wrap, and set aside. Season pork chops evenly with pepper and 2 1/4 teaspoons salt.

Prepare the apples. Cut four apples in half, core them, lay them cut-side down on the cutting board and slice them, holding your knife vertically to the bottom of the apple, very thin. Important ...