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Cranberry Glazed Pork Roast

Savory Cranberry Glazed Pork Roast for Your Festive Feasts

This Cranberry Glazed Pork Roast features savory flavors and a vibrant glaze, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 3-4 lb boneless pork loin Avoid tenderloin as cooking times differ.
  • 2 tsp salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tsp fresh cracked black pepper Freshly cracked will yield the best flavor.
  • 1 Tbsp grainy Dijon mustard Substitute with regular Dijon if necessary.
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter Substitute with ghee for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary Use half if using dried.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries Frozen cranberries are convenient year-round.
  • 1/2 cup orange juice Fresh-squeezed is best, but store-bought works too.
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar Maple syrup is a tasty substitute.

Equipment

  • Roasting Pan
  • saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, olive oil, melted unsalted butter, and rosemary to create a rub.
  3. Evenly apply the rub on the pork loin and place it fat side up in a roasting pan.
  4. Bake the pork uncovered for 40 minutes.
  5. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, and dark brown sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes.
  6. After 40 minutes of roasting, spread half of the cranberry glaze over the pork.
  7. Return the pork to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, checking the internal temperature.
  8. Let the pork rest for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven.
  9. Slice the pork and serve warm with the remaining cranberry glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute ingredients like mustard or butter with gluten-free alternatives. Basting the pork helps maintain moisture and flavor.

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