Toms River Mom

•6 pork loin chops, about 1-inch thick, trimmed of visible fat
•2 tablespoons vegetable oil
•salt
•6 tart apples, such as Granny Smith, cored and thickly sliced
•1/4 cup currants or raisins, optional
•1 tablespoon lemon juice
•1/4 cup brown sugar

Preparation:
Brown chops in oil over medium heat. Sprinkle with salt. Place pork chops in the slow cooker/Crock Pot; combine remaining ingredients and pour over the pork chops. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours, or on high 3 to 4 hours.
Serves 6.