Cranberry Dijon Pork Loin Roast with Apple Cider Glaze
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp dried thyme
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Cranberry Apple Topping:
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 large apple, diced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 tbsp butter
For the Apple Cider Glaze:
1 cup apple cider
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
**Directions:**
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Pork Loin:
In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, brown sugar, olive oil, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Rub this mixture all over the pork loin, coating it thoroughly.
3. Roast the Pork:
Place the pork loin in a roasting pan.
Roast for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (about 20 minutes per pound), or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Cover loosely with foil and let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
4. Make the Cranberry Apple Topping:
While the pork is roasting, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add cranberries, diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
