Pork And Onions With Amontillado

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Put 1 tablespoon oil in a large, deep skillet, and turn heat to high. A minute later, add pork and cook, without stirring, until browned well on one side, about 5 minutes. Turn and brown again, then turn off heat. Season with salt and pepper. Remove pork with a slotted spoon, and pour off excess fat.

2. Step 2

   Put remaining oil in pan; turn heat to medium. Add onions and thyme, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper. Turn heat to high, and add sherry; cook, stirring occasionally, until sherry has reduced to ½ cup.

3. Step 3

   Stir in pork, and adjust heat to a simmer; cook a few minutes longer, until pork is tender and heated through. Stir in butter if you like, then lemon juice; taste and adjust seasoning, and serve.