Apple and Bacon Stuffed Pork Loin Roll
A delicious and festive main course!
Ingredients:
For the Pork Loin:
1 (3-pound) boneless pork loin roast, butterflied
1 pound apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped fresh sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bacon Wrap:
8 slices bacon, cut in half
Instructions:
Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine apple, cranberries, pecans, sage, salt, and pepper.
Stuff the Pork Loin: Lay the butterflied pork loin flat. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the pork loin. Roll up tightly and secure with kitchen twine.
Wrap in Bacon: Wrap the bacon slices around the pork loin, securing with toothpicks.
Roast the Pork Loin: Place the pork loin on a roasting rack set in a roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Rest and Slice: Let the pork loin rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips:
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the apple mixture.
You can substitute dried cranberries with fresh cranberries.
Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Enjoy this delicious and festive main course!