Description
A flavorful Italian Pork Loin roast marinated with olive oil, garlic, and classic Italian herbs, slow roasted with carrots and onions for a tender, juicy main course perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Pork and Marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)
Vegetables
- 8 medium carrots, halved lengthwise
- 2 medium onions, quartered
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, dried basil, thyme, rosemary, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Marinate the pork: Rub the marinade mixture thoroughly over the entire pork loin roast. Place the carrots and onions evenly in the bottom of a 13×9-inch baking pan, then place the pork roast on top, fat side up. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit and allow it to fully heat.
- Initial roasting: Roast the pork at 475 degrees for 20 minutes to develop a nice sear and crust on the outside.
- Lower temperature and continue roasting: Reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees. Continue roasting the pork and vegetables for an additional 40 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the roast reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the vegetables are tender.
- Rest the meat: Remove the roast from the oven, tent it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 20 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the pork loin and serve with the roasted carrots and onions for a delicious Italian-inspired meal.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness; the safe internal temperature for pork loin is 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Marinating the roast for longer than 1 hour (up to 4 hours) can enhance the flavor even more.
- Letting the meat rest after roasting ensures juicier slices.
- You can add other root vegetables like potatoes or parsnips for a heartier meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
