1. Bring 6 cups salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly stir in grits and reduce heat to a low simmer and cover. Cook 20 minutes on low heat, stirring frequently with a wire whisk. Turn off and stir in butter, half-and-half, and pepper, then set aside. Season Pork Chop, Combine first 3 ingredients in a shallow dish, and dredge pork chops in flour mixture. Fry pork chops, in 3 batches, in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute on each side or until browned. Drain on paper towels.