Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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5
servings
3.5 lb

pork loin

trimmed

2 unit

garlic

quartered

0.5 tsp

rosemary

0.5 tsp

fennel leaves

1 tsp

salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

pepper

to taste

1 cup

Sauterne wine

Step 1
~18 min

Trim fat off pork loin.

Step 2
~18 min

With a sharp knife, make deep slits in the meat.

Step 3
~18 min

Insert garlic and rosemary or fennel leaves into the slits.

Step 4
~18 min

Rub the outside of the meat well with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5
~18 min

Place the pork loin in a roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 6
~18 min

Add wine to the pan.

Step 7
~18 min

Roast uncovered in a 350°F oven for approximately 40 minutes per pound, or until tender.

Step 8
~18 min

Baste the meat as it roasts, adding more wine if needed.

Step 9
~18 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches a safe internal temperature.

Let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing for optimal juiciness.

Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the day before by trimming the fat and inserting garlic/rosemary.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Roasted vegetables

Green beans

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple sauce
Cranberry sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common family dinner

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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