Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary

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Juicy pork loin roasted with garlic cloves and fresh rosemary, creating a fragrant and tender centerpiece perfect for a family dinner. This italian-inspired pork ready in about 85 minutes pairs pork loin roast, garlic cloves, peeled and sliced, fresh rosemary sprigs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 70 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pat dry a 2 lb pork loin roast and make 6 shallow slits about 1/2-inch deep around the roast. Insert 6 sliced garlic cloves and 3 small rosemary leaves into the slits for infused flavor.
  2. Step 2: Rub the pork loin evenly with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to season the outside. Place the roast in a roasting pan.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1/2 cup chicken broth into the bottom of the pan to keep the meat moist and create a base for pan juices.
  4. Step 4: Roast the pork loin uncovered for about 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, basting occasionally with pan juices to maintain moisture.
  5. Step 5: Remove the roast from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve with pan juices drizzled on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (15 min prep + 70 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork loin roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Italian Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic and Rosemary?

Italian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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