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Read MoreRoasted Pork Loin
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A classic oven-roasted pork loin, seasoned with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. Sliced and served with pan juices or gravy—it’s an elegant centerpiece for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (4 pound) boneless pork loin roast
Directions
- In a skillet, combine the first 12 ingredients; saute until the vegetables are tender. Untie roast and separate. Randomly cut 20 deep slits, 1 in. wide, on inside surface of roast. Fill slits with some of the vegetable mixture; retie roast. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Spread remaining vegetable mixture over the roast.
- Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees F for 2-3 hours or until a meat thermometer reaches 160 degrees F-170 degrees F. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
