Arista di Maiale con Rosmarino -- Roast Loin of Pork with Rosemary

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   Have the butcher either remove the chine bone of the pork roast, or break it to make carving easier.

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   Remove any excess fat from the loin, being sure to leave some in place.

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   With a very sharp knife, make about a dozen small slits in the pork roast, making sure the slits are a various depths.

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   Some very deep, some shallow, some about midway.

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   Mix the crushed rosemary and garlic together, with a little salt and pepper.

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   The moisture of the fresh garlic should hold the spices together.

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   If not, add a touch of olive oil.

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   Place a small amount of the mixture and insert it into the slits cut into the pork loin.

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   Use the tip of your finger to make sure it goes all the way to the bottom of the slit.

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    Heat the butter in a shallow roasting pan in a 350F oven.

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    Sprinkle onion atop the the melted butter.

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    Place the pork loin directly on top of the onion.

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    Do not use a rack.

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    Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the pork loin.

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    Roast uncovered for about 2-2 1/2 hours, or until a thermometer registers 170F.

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    Allow the roast to set for 15-20 minutes before carving.

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    When carving, slice each chop close to the bone for a good serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.