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BACON WRAPPED PORK LOIN WITH APPLES AND SAGE
Pork tenderloins, rubbed with fragrant herbs, wrapped in bacon and served with a wonderful sauce of caramelized onions and apples.
Provided by Hag chef
Categories Pork
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- If any silver skin on loins is present, cut away and discard.
- Sprinkle sage, garlic, salt and pepper all over loins. Place loins closely together lengthwise, with thick ends meeting thin ends, to even out roast thickness.
- Lay out slices of bacon snugly together on a cutting board, forming a rectangle. Place loins across bacon so bacon ends emerge from each side. Beginning at one end, lift a bacon end up over loins at a 45° angle. Then, alternating sides, continue lifting bacon ends down the length of roast forming a chevron pattern of bacon on top.
- Cut five 12-inch (30-cm) lengths of twine and one 30-inch (75-cm) length. Place 5 shorter lengths of twine under loins widthwise. Working out from roast centre, firmly (but not causing deep indents to form) tie up each piece of twine, spacing evenly apart. Then tie up roast lengthwise with longer piece of twine. Trim twine ends; discard. (Roast can be prepared, covered and refrigerated for up to half a day. Add 10 to 15 minutes to roasting time.).
- When ready to roast, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Lightly brown roast on all sides, about 15 minutes in total.
- Transfer to a baking pan lined with a rack. Place in oven; set time for 30 minutes. Check and continue roasting until a meat thermometer reads 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from oven: transfer to cutting board. Cover roast with foil; let rest 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, peel core and slice apples. Thinly slice onion.
- Drain most of fat from frying pan; place back over medium heat. Add onion; cook 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth; add apple slices.
- Bring to a boil; simmer, covered, 5 to 10 minutes or until apples are tender and sauce is lightly thickened. Add more broth if too thick; keep covered and hot.
- To slice pork roast, snip off lengthwise string. Then slice about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick, removing crosswise strings as they are encountered.
- Place a few saucy apples on each warm serving plate, top with a couple of slices of roast and drizzle with more sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes and a steamed julienne of carrots.
BACON-WRAPPED PORK LOIN WITH APPLES & SAGE RECIPE - (4.7/5)
Provided by Grammie926
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Choose bacon well-streaked with lean meat as well as fat and purchase it from the butcher's case, as it tends not to be as watery as the bacon in the 500 g packages. For incredible flavour, seek out a dedicated butcher shop, such as Kingston's Brothers Quality Meats, which smokes bacon on the premises. 1. If any silver skin on loins is present, cut away and discard. Sprinkle sage, garlic, salt and pepper all over loins. Place loins closely together lengthwise, with thick ends meeting thin ends, to even out roast thickness. 2. Lay out slices of bacon snugly together on a cutting board, forming a rectangle. Place loins across bacon so bacon ends emerge from each side. Beginning at one end, lift a bacon end up over loins at a 45° angle. Then, alternating sides, continue lifting bacon ends down the length of roast forming a chevron pattern of bacon on top. 3. Cut five 12-inch (30-cm) lengths of twine and one 30-inch (75-cm) length. Place 5 shorter lengths of twine under loins widthwise. Working out from roast centre, firmly (but not causing deep indents to form) tie up each piece of twine, spacing evenly apart. Then tie up roast lengthwise with longer piece of twine. Trim twine ends; discard. (Roast can be prepared, covered and refrigerated for up to half a day. Add 10 to 15 minutes to roasting time.) 4. When ready to roast, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Lightly brown roast on all sides, about 15 minutes in total. Transfer to a baking pan lined with a rack. Place in oven; set time for 30 minutes. Check and continue roasting until a meat thermometer reads 145°F (63°C). Remove from oven: transfer to cutting board. Cover roast with foil; let rest 15 to 20 minutes. 5. Meanwhile, peel core and slice apples. Thinly slice onion. 6. Drain most of fat from frying pan; place back over medium heat. Add onion; cook 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth; add apple slices. Bring to a boil; simmer, covered, 5 to 10 minutes or until apples are tender and sauce is lightly thickened. Add more broth if too thick; keep covered and hot. 7. To slice pork roast, snip off lengthwise string. Then slice about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick, removing crosswise strings as they are encountered. Place a few saucy apples on each warm serving plate, top with a couple of slices of roast and drizzle with more sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes and a steamed julienne of carrot and kohlrabi.
Tips:
- Choose a good quality pork loin roast. Look for one that is evenly marbled and has a good amount of fat. This will help the roast stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Use thick-cut bacon. This will help to create a crispy, flavorful crust on the roast.
- Season the pork loin roast generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Sear the pork loin roast in a hot skillet before roasting. This will help to brown the outside of the roast and lock in the juices.
- Roast the pork loin roast at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help to create a crispy crust and a juicy interior.
- Let the pork loin roast rest before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the roast, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped pork loin with apples and sage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet apples, savory bacon, and aromatic sage creates a flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also relatively inexpensive to make, making it a great option for a budget-friendly meal.
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