Garlic-Roasted Pork



Serve with Island Red Beans

From: Eating Well
Makes: 8 servings
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1 2-pound boneless pork loin, trimmed

Preparation

1. Combine garlic, oil, oregano, paprika, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree. Rub pork all over with the seasoning mix and wrap tightly with plastic wrap or place in a large sealable plastic bag. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 day.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
3. Remove the pork from the plastic and place in a shallow roasting pan. Roast, uncovered, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 145°F, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 1 up to 1 day ahead.

Nutrition
Per serving: 203 calories; 11 g fat ( 3 g sat , 6 g mono ); 64 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 23 g protein; 0 g fiber; 337 mg sodium; 361 mg potassium.
Nutrition Bonus: Selenium (40% daily value).