Apple Cider Glazed Pork Loin

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the pork loin completely dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Mix salt, black pepper, and minced garlic together. Rub this mixture all over the pork loin, ensuring even coverage.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

4. 4

   In a bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of apple cider, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, thyme, and apple cider vinegar.

5. 5

   Pour the cider mixture around (not over) the pork loin in the pan. Transfer to the preheated oven.

6. 6

   Roast for 60-70 minutes, basting with pan juices every 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

7. 7

   Remove pork from pan and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes while you make the glaze.

8. 8

   Pour pan juices into a saucepan. Add remaining ½ cup apple cider and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

9. 9

   Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water. Whisk into the boiling liquid and cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from heat and whisk in butter until melted and glossy.

11. 11

    Slice the pork loin into ½-inch thick medallions and serve drizzled with the apple cider glaze.