Ingredients for Applesauce Topped Pork Loin Roast
- 1 (3 1/2-4 pound) boneless pork loin roast
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4-6 garlic cloves, cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
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How to Make Applesauce Topped Pork Loin Roast
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup applesauce, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 1 teaspoon ground cloves. Set aside.
- Using a sharp knife, cut several slits into the top of the pork loin roast (approximately 1-inch deep). Insert 4-6 thin strips of garlic into the slits.
- In a separate small bowl, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. Rub this mixture evenly over the entire surface of the roast.
- Place the roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Brush the reserved applesauce mixture generously over the roast.
- Continue baking for another 45 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 160°F (71°C).
- Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- **Make the Gravy:** Pour off excess fat from the roasting pan. Whisk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the pan drippings. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
36 g
Sugar
72g
Fat
79g
Carbs
11g
