Roasted Pork and Potatoes With Creamy Applesauce

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Toss the potatoes and bell pepper with the thyme, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a shallow baking dish.

2. 2

   Transfer to the oven and roast until the potatoes are slightly tender, about 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, mix the applesauce, sour cream and nutmeg in a small bowl and set aside.

4. 4

   Pat the pork dry and season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   Add the pork and sear until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes.

7. 7

   Transfer the pork to the baking dish with the vegetables and continue to roast until a thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, 15 to 20 more minutes.

8. 8

   Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

9. 9

   Serve with the roasted vegetables and creamy applesauce.

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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.