Description
A succulent pork roast that captures the warmth of family gatherings with rich flavors and a crispy exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (4-5 lb) Pork Roast (bone-in pork shoulder or loin)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Salt (coarse sea salt)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme, chopped
- 1 cup Chicken Broth (organic, low-sodium)
- 1 Onion, chopped (Vidalia or sweet onion)
- 1 Apple, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Pork: Rub the pork roast all over with olive oil, then massage in minced garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
- Set the Base: In a roasting pan, scatter the chopped onion and optional apple slices.
- The Perfect Placement: Place the seasoned pork roast on top of the onions and apples.
- Add the Broth: Pour the chicken broth into the pan.
- Roast Away: Slide the roasting pan into your preheated oven and let it roast for 90-120 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest Before Serving: Let the roast rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm with the pan juices drizzled over the top.
Notes
Ensure the pork roast is at room temperature before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg