Oven-Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pork Loin

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Juicy pork loin roasted with fresh garlic and rosemary, creating a fragrant crust and tender interior perfect for a comforting dinner. This american-inspired pork ready in about 75 minutes pairs pork loin roast, thinly sliced garlic cloves, chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Step 2: Using a small knife, make 12 shallow slits evenly spaced around the surface of the 3 lb pork loin roast and insert 6 thinly sliced garlic cloves into the slits.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over the entire pork loin.
  4. Step 4: Place the pork loin on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) is reached.
  5. Step 5: Remove the pork from the oven and transfer to a cutting board; tent loosely with foil and rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Meanwhile, pour 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1/2 cup chicken broth into the roasting pan and place over medium heat on the stovetop. Scrape up any browned bits and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  7. Step 7: Slice the pork loin into 1/2-inch thick slices and serve with the pan sauce drizzled on top.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 Oven-Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pork Loin?

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 Oven-Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pork Loin?

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 Oven-Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pork Loin 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 Oven-Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pork Loin?

American 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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