Fig-Stuffed Pork Roast

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Combine the figs, couscous, parsley, almonds in a bowl.

3. 3

   Rub the cinnamon and salt inside and outside the pork.

4. 4

   Place the couscous mixture on one side of the pork shoulder and fold over the other side.

5. 5

   Truss (tie around the pork) tightly with butchers twine, taking care not to rip the pork but making the string tight enough to hold the pork together.

6. 6

   Transfer the pork to a roasting pan.

7. 7

   Mix together the maple syrup and butter and brush over the pork.

8. 8

   Roast the pork in the oven, brushing with the glaze every 30 minutes throughout cooking.

9. 9

   Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the roast reaches 145F, about 2 hours.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes.

11. 11

    Slice the pork and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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