Directions:
In saucepan combine apple juice and apples; simmer, covered, for 25 minutes. Remove from heat. Add dried cherries and let stand 5 minutes; drain, reserving liquid. Combine cooked fruit mixture, walnuts, and croutons. Stir together sugar, wine, lemon juice, and ginger. Add crouton mixture, tossing lightly to moisten. Cut pockets in fat side of shops, cutting lengthwise to bone. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the stuffing mixture into each pocket. If necessary, use wooden picks to hold pockets closed. In large skillet brown chops in hot oil. Place chops in 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Sprinkle chops with a little salt and pepper. Add 1/4 cup reserved apple liquid to pan, adding water if necessary. Bake chops, covered, in 350 degree oven for 1 hour. Serves 6.
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