Roasted Pork Loin With Cider And Chunky Applesauce

Name: Roasted Pork Loin With Cider And Chunky Applesauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Roasted Pork Loin; 2 sprigs rosemary, roughly chopped; 2 sprigs sage, roughly chopped; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes; kosher salt; extra virgin olive oil; 1 center cut pork rib roast, bone-in, with 6 ribs; 2 large onions, sliced; 1 bunch thyme, tied with string; 3 bay leaves; 2 quarts apple cider; Chunky Applesauce; 3 tablespoons butter; 4 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, cut in 1/2-inch chunks (tossed in lemon juice if not using right away); 1 1/2 cups of the reserved cider, from the roasted pork loin; 1/4 cup apple cider; 1 pinch ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

Roasted Pork Loin
2 sprigs rosemary, roughly chopped
2 sprigs sage, roughly chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
kosher salt
extra virgin olive oil
1 center cut pork rib roast, bone-in, with 6 ribs
2 large onions, sliced
1 bunch thyme, tied with string
3 bay leaves
2 quarts apple cider
Chunky Applesauce
3 tablespoons butter
4 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, cut in 1/2-inch chunks (tossed in lemon juice if not using right away)
1 1/2 cups of the reserved cider, from the roasted pork loin
1/4 cup apple cider
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2
In a food processor, combine the chopped herbs with the garlic, crushed red pepper, a generous pinch of salt and enough olive oil to make a paste. Brush the paste all over the outside of the pork rib roast.
3
Toss the onions with olive oil and salt, and place in the bottom of a roasting pan. Add the thyme, bay leaves and 2/3 of the cider (5 1/3 cups).
4
Place the pork on top of the onions and then in the preheated oven. Roast the pork at 425 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until the pork has developed a lovely brown crust. Check the pork, stir the onions and cider if they are starting to burn. Add more cider if the fluid level starts to go down.
5
Lower the oven to 375 degrees F and roast for another 30 to 35 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 150 degrees F. If the crust on the pork starts to get too dark while cooking, cover it with foil.
6
When done, place the pork loin on a plate, cover loosely with foil and let rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. Remove 1 1/2 cups of the cider from the bottom of the roasting pan and reserve for the applesauce. When ready to carve, cut the pork from the bone and cut the loin into thin slices. Serve with the onions braised in cider and chunky applesauce.
7
For the applesauce, melt the butter in a saucepan large enough to accommodate the apples. Add the apples and saute over medium-low heat until the apples start to soften. Add the reserved cider, apple cider and cinnamon and cook over low-medium heat until most of the cider has evaporated and the apples are cooked and very soft. Add the heavy cream and walnuts, and cook until the cream has reduced by half.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Roasted Pork Loin, 2 sprigs rosemary, roughly chopped, 2 sprigs sage, roughly chopped, 2 garlic cloves, smashed, and more.

Yes, Roasted Pork Loin With Cider And Chunky Applesauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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