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How to Cook a Pork Loin Roast

Pork Loin Roast
Pork Loin Roast
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By Cherie Brunetti
eHow Contributing Writer
(21 Ratings)

Pork is often a traditional New Year's meal. It is also very lean and nutritious. The following article will give step-by-step instructions on how to prepare a pork loin roast

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 3-pound boneless pork loin roast
  • 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Shallow baking pan

    How to Cook a Pork Loin Roast

  1. Step 1

    Pat pork dry with paper towel.

  2. Step 2

    In small bowl, combine all of the ingredients, except for the pork. Mix them well and press the mixture into the surfaces of the pork loin.

  3. Step 3

    Place the roast in a shallow baking pan and put in the oven. Roast the pork at 350 degrees F. for about 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or 18 to 20 minutes per pound.

  4. Step 4

    Remove the roast from oven and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips & Warnings
  • When the juices of the pork are a very light pink, it is done.
  • Pork contains more nutrients than chicken.
  • Because of the risk of trichinosis, pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
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