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Juicy Oven Roasted Pork Loin Roast

Close-up of perfectly cooked and sliced pork loin roast drizzled with herb gravy and thyme sprigs.
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A simple recipe for a tender, juicy pork loin roast cooked in the oven, complete with instructions for a quick pan sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb pork loin roast, bone out
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup chicken broth (for pan sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for pan sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Pat the pork loin roast dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
  4. Rub the olive oil over the entire surface of the pork loin.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the pork loin, pressing it gently into the meat.
  6. Place the seasoned pork loin in a roasting pan or oven-safe skillet.
  7. Roast for 15 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  8. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit, about 15 to 20 minutes per pound.
  9. Remove the pork from the oven when it reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit internal temperature.
  10. Tent the roast loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
  11. To make the pan sauce, place the roasting pan over medium heat on the stovetop. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  12. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  13. In a small cup, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
  14. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering broth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  15. Slice the rested pork loin and serve with the pan sauce.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the roast to check for the correct internal temperature.
  • Resting the meat allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender roast.
  • For extra flavor, you can rub the roast with mustard before applying the dry rub.

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