Spicy Fruit-Stuffed Pork Loin With Roasted Pears An

Name: Spicy Fruit-Stuffed Pork Loin With Roasted Pears And Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: PORK LOIN; 2 (7-oz.) packages mixed dried fruit bits; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1 (4-lb.) boneless pork loin; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper, divided; Kitchen string; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ROASTED PEARS AND ONIONS; 6 firm, ripe Seckel pears*; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons honey**; 1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 (10-oz.) packages cipollini onions, peeled; GLAZE; 1/2 cup pear preserves; GARNISH; Fresh sage leaves

Servings: persons

PORK LOIN
2 (7-oz.) packages mixed dried fruit bits
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 (4-lb.) boneless pork loin
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper, divided
Kitchen string
2 tablespoons olive oil
ROASTED PEARS AND ONIONS
6 firm, ripe Seckel pears*
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey**
1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 (10-oz.) packages cipollini onions, peeled
GLAZE
1/2 cup pear preserves
GARNISH
Fresh sage leaves

1
Prepare Pork Loin: Bring first 4 ingredients and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook 2 minutes, stirring once. Remove from heat, and cool completely (about 40 minutes).
2
Meanwhile, butterfly pork by making a lengthwise cut down center of 1 flat side, cutting to within 1/2 inch of other side. (Do not cut all the way through pork.) Open pork, forming a rectangle, and place between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper.
3
Spoon fruit mixture over pork, leaving a 1/2-inch border around edges. Roll up pork, jelly-roll fashion, starting at 1 long side. Tie with string at 1 1/2-inch intervals. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. pepper.
4
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Brown pork in hot oil in a large roasting pan over medium-high heat until browned on all sides (about 2 to 3 minutes per side). Place seam side down in pan.
5
Prepare Roasted Pears and Onions: Cut pears in half lengthwise, and remove core. Stir together butter and next 5 ingredients. Stir in onions; gently stir in pear halves. Spoon mixture around roast in pan.
6
Bake at 375u00b0 for 1 hour to 1 hour and 5 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of stuffing registers 135u00b0, stirring pear mixture halfway through. Cover with aluminum foil, and let stand 15 minutes.
7
Prepare Glaze: Microwave preserves in a microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Pour warm preserves over pork. Slice pork, and serve with Roasted Pears and Onions and pan juices. Garnish, if desired.
8
*3 firm, ripe Bartlett pears may be substituted. Core each pear, and cut into 4 wedges.
9
**Sugar may be substituted.

235

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: PORK LOIN, 2 (7-oz.) packages mixed dried fruit bits, 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, and more.

Yes, Spicy Fruit-Stuffed Pork Loin With Roasted Pears And Onions 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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Spicy Fruit-Stuffed Pork Loin With Roasted Pears And Onions

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