Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions

Name: Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless pork loin roast, tied if needed; 1.5 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 medium firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, cored, wedged; 2 large yellow onions, sliced 1/2-inch; 6 garlic cloves, smashed; 8 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp unsalted butter

A classic American roast of boneless pork loin surrounded by sweet-tart apples and caramelized onions, seasoned with thyme and a touch of Dijon mustard for a savory-sweet pan sauce.

85 minMediumServes 6540 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerOvenStandardHigh ProteinLow CarbCorn-Free

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Ingredients

3 lbs boneless pork loin roast, tied if needed
1.5 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp olive oil
4 medium firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, cored, wedged
2 large yellow onions, sliced 1/2-inch
6 garlic cloves, smashed
8 fresh thyme sprigs
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2

Pat the 3 lbs boneless pork loin roast dry and season all over with 1.5 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Rub the surface evenly with 2 tbsp Dijon mustard.
3

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan over medium-high heat. Sear the boneless pork loin roast on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
4

Reduce heat to medium. Add the 2 large sliced 1/2-inch yellow onions to the same pan and cook, stirring, until softened and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the 6 smashed garlic cloves and cook 1 minute more.
5

Arrange the 4 medium cored, wedged firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith around the onions in the pan. Nestle the 8 fresh thyme sprigs among the apples and onions. Pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth and 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
6

Set the seared boneless pork loin roast on top of the apple and onion mixture. Transfer the pan to the oven.
7

Roast until the pork registers an internal temperature of 145°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 45-55 minutes depending on thickness.
8

Transfer the boneless pork loin roast to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, set the pan over medium heat, swirl in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and simmer the pan juices for 2-3 minutes to make a light sauce.
9

Slice the pork and serve with the roasted firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, yellow onions, and pan sauce spooned over the top.

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Questions

How long does Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions take?

As written, 85 minutes: 25 of prep and 60 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 7 (55 minutes): "Roast until the pork registers an internal temperature of 145°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 45-55 minutes depending on thickness."

What oven temperature does Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions need?

For Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 55 minutes, in step 7. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 7. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why rest the meat in Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions?

Step 8 reads: "Transfer the boneless pork loin roast to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes." Heat drives the juices toward the center. The rest in step 8 lets them spread back out, so they stay in the meat instead of running onto the board when you cut.

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions?

The entry for Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions calls for 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I make Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions is 2 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

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