Roast Pork with Garlic and Apples
Elevate your dinner menu with this irresistible Roast Pork with Garlic and Apples, a perfect combination of savory and sweet flavors. This dish features a succulent pork loin roast seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and a hint of black pepper, then pan-seared to golden perfection. Firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith are caramelized alongside fragrant garlic and fresh rosemary, creating a rustic yet elegant balance of flavors. Basted in a rich chicken broth and finished with a buttery pan sauce, this oven-roasted masterpiece is an effortless showstopper for family dinners or special occasions. Ready in just under two hours with minimal prep, this dish serves six and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether you're hosting or simply indulging, this recipe delivers comfort and sophistication on every plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Pork loin roast
- 8 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 3 pieces Apples (firm, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork loin roast dry with paper towels and rub it all over with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Peel and lightly crush 4 garlic cloves, leaving them whole. Mince the remaining 4 cloves and set aside.
In a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork loin and sear it on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork and set aside.
Add the whole garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Core and slice the apples into thick wedges. Add them to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they just start to soften.
Return the pork loin to the skillet, nestling it among the garlic and apples. Pour in the chicken broth and scatter the minced garlic on top of the pork.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C). Baste the pork with the pan juices every 20 minutes.
Once cooked, transfer the pork to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. While resting, add butter to the skillet and stir it into the juices to create a sauce.
Slice the pork and serve with the roasted apples, garlic, and sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 179.0 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.6 g | 313% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 4538 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 250.1 g | 500% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 4719 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
