🍖 Cranberry Dijon Pork Loin Roast with Apple Cider Glaze 🍏

Savor the harmony of sweet and savory in every bite! Perfect for family gatherings and festive occasions.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1 large apple, diced
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, divided
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar, for the glaze
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, for the topping
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3-4 lb pork loin roast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup fresh cranberries

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  
2. Prepare Pork Loin: Combine half of the Dijon mustard, olive oil, brown sugar, dried thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub this mixture thoroughly over the pork loin.

3. Roast Pork: Place the seasoned pork loin in a roasting pan and cook in the preheated oven for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Once cooked, cover loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes.

4. Make Cranberry Apple Topping: Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cranberries, diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes until the cranberries pop and the apples soften.

5. Prepare Apple Cider Glaze: In a separate saucepan, mix apple cider, the remaining Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer and reduce by half until it thickens into a glaze, which should take about 10 minutes.

6. Serve: Slice the rested pork loin and place on a serving platter. Top with the cranberry-apple mixture and drizzle generously with the apple cider glaze. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley to add a touch of green.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Proteins: 35g
- Fats: 25g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the pork loin with the mustard mixture overnight in the refrigerator.
- The apple cider glaze can also be used as a marinade or sauce for other meats like chicken or beef.

⏳ Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Serving: 6-8