Herb-Roasted Pork with Apple and Sage

Tender pork loin roasted with aromatic herbs, caramelized apples, and earthy sage for a rustic weeknight meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Slow Cooker

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbs pork loin
• 2 medium apple
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh sage
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Trim excess fat from 1.25 lbs pork loin and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Dice 2 medium apples into 1/2-inch cubes. Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh sage and mince 2 garlic cloves.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Place seasoned pork loin on top of apple mixture in the skillet. Spoon some apple mixture over the pork. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internally.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes. Slice pork thinly, drizzle with pan juices, and serve with the caramelized apple mixture.