Description
A tender pork roast infused with sweet apple cider and fragrant herbs, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless pork loin or shoulder
- 2 cups sweet apple cider
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Rub the pork roast with salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil.
- In a heavy skillet or Dutch oven, sear the pork roast on all sides until browned.
- In a bowl, mix apple cider, chopped onion, brown sugar, and herbs.
- Deglaze the pan with the apple cider mixture, scraping up browned bits.
- Return the pork to the pan and add chicken broth to keep it moist.
- Cover and roast in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Remove the cover in the last 20 minutes to thicken the glaze.
- Check the internal temperature, aiming for 145°F (63°C).
- Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve drizzled with the apple cider glaze.
Notes
Opt for high-quality pork for the best flavor. Basting the roast keeps it moist and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pork roast, apple cider, fall recipes, family dinner, comfort food