Pork Loin Roast with Veggies
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Makes:
6
Servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
A perfect recipe for meat and potatoes fans. Enjoy this recipe with a fresh side salad and a piece of fruit for dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups onions, cut in wedges (about 1/2 pound or 2 medium )
- 2 cups potatoes, diced (about 12 ounces or medium)
- 2 cups baby carrots (or 3/4 pound regular carrots, sliced)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 1/4 pounds pork loin
- 3 teaspoons brown sugar (1 Tablespoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 400 °F.
- In a bowl mix veggies with 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper.
- Lay veggies around the edge of a 9x13 inch pan and put in oven.
- Use a small bowl to make the rub. Mix the brown sugar, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in the bowl.
- Sprinkle the rub over the loin. Press gently so the rub sticks to the roast. Wash your hands after handling the raw meat.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the loin. Brown the sides of meat. Turn after about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the pork to the center of the pan with veggies. Bake for about 40 minutes. A meat thermometer should read 145 °F. Check the temperature after 30 minutes in the oven.
- Remove from oven. Let set for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Wash and cut potatoes and onion into chunks about the same size as baby carrots.
- Use a meat thermometer. Cooked pork can be pink even when the meat has reached a safe temperature.
- For safety and quality, allow meat to rest for at least three minutes before slicing.
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