Herb Crusted Pork Loin

Herb-crusted pork loin is easy enough for a weeknight meal or fancy enough for holiday gatherings.
This pork is deliciously moist and tender, the perfect main dish to serve to a hungry family!

What is the difference between pork tenderloin and pork loin?

Pork tenderloin is thin and usually 1-2 pounds, and one of the most tender cuts of pork you can buy.
Pork loin can be anywhere from 3-5 pounds and usually has a layer of fat the runs over one side.

What's a safe temperature to cook pork too?

Cook pork roasts to an internal temp of 145 degrees. Always use a meat thermometer to check before removing the meat from the heat source.

Tips for making herb-crusted pork loin.

• Place pork loin fat side up on in a roasting pan with a rack.
  
• If it's getting too brown on top or you feel the garlic is starting to burn. Just lay a piece of aluminum foil loosely on top.
• Always allow the pork to rest 15 minutes before slicing.
• Use a meat thermometer to achieve the perfect temperature.
• Throw some seasoned potatoes tossed in olive oil in the roasting pan, to cook alongside the pork loin. Or my Honey Garlic Roasted Potatoes.
  

What to serve with pork loin?

• Roasted Garlic Red Mashed Potatoes.
• Corn Pudding Casserole
• Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
• Honey Garlic Roasted Potatoes
• Slow Cooker Applesauce

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Herb Crusted Pork Loin

Wendie

Herb crusted pork loin is easy enough for a weeknight meal or fancy enough for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Rest Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Course Entrees

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 129 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1- 4pound boneless pork loin
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• Add more salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
• In a small bowl add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes and mix until combined.
• Rub the mixture all over the roast even underneath. Place roast fat side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
• Place the roasting pan in the center of the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Then reduce the heat to 375 and roast for an additional 1 hour. Or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees. Remove pork loin and transfer to a platter. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
• Place roasting pan on the stovetop and add the wine or chicken stock and whisk to loosen any brown bits of flavor. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
• Slice the pork and serve with pan juices.

Notes

You can substitute the fresh herbs for dried but use about 3/4 teaspoon of dried. Dried herbs are a lot more concentrated than fresh herbs.

If you get a larger roast the cooking time will be extended.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 1220mg

Keyword Pork, pork roast

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