How To Make A Perfect Juicy Pork Loin Center Cut Roast Bone In For Easter Sunday Dinner

pork loin center cut

🥗Healthier: pork tenderloin

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork tenderloin is leaner while pork shoulder is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Season the pork loin with Montreal steak seasoning, onion powder, and dried thyme.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Sear the pork loin on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add minced garlic, fresh thyme, and fresh rosemary; sauté until fragrant.

Add butter to the skillet and let it melt, mixing with the herbs and garlic.

Transfer the pork loin to a roasting pan and pour the herb-butter mixture over it.

Roast in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 60-75 minutes.

Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

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