Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Pork Loin

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   Preheat oven to 350*F Heat the peanut oil in a small skillet over medium heat.

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   When hot, add the pine nuts and garlic and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Transfer to a bowl to cool.

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   Add the onion, cilantro, mint, sesame oil and cinnamon to bowl and stir to blend.

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   Rub this mixture all over the pork loin.

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   Roll the pork loin into a cylinder, tying in places to keep it closed and uniform.

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   Season with salt and white pepper; wrap the bacon slices around the meat.

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   Place the pork on a roasting rack, set in a medium roasting pan and roast for 50 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center registers 150*F.

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   Transfer to a warm platter and let rest for 10 minutes.

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    Note that the meat will continue to cook while it rests.

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    Slice the pork into 1/4 inch slices and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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