How to Cook a Pork Loin Roast

A pork loin roast can be the centerpiece of a family dinner.

Pork is often a traditional New Year's meal. It is also very lean and nutritious. A few herbs and seasonings can liven a pork loin roast and make it a zesty centerpiece for a large family dinner, or the source of leftovers for the week.

Things You'll Need

• 1 3-lb. boneless pork loin roas
• 2 tbsp. cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp. dried basil
• 2 tsp. dried rosemary
• 2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• Shallow baking pan

Instructions

1. Pat pork dry with paper towel.

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

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.

References

• What's Cooking America: Meat Doneness Chart
• CBS Money Watch.com: Pork vs Chicken nutrition

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish