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Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions

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

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. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425°F.

  2. 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. 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. 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. 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. 6

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

  7. 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. 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. 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.

Questions

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

Yes. The dairy in this entry 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.

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

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

Can I halve or double Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, split it across two pans and rotate them halfway; one crowded pan bakes unevenly.

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