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Herb-Crusted Pork Loin Roast on a plate

Pork & Seafood · Easy

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin Roast

This herb-crusted pork loin roast is coated in a garlic and herb rub, then roasted until juicy and golden, a simple but impressive Sunday dinner.

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10Prep min
50Cook min
60Total min

What you'll need

  • 2.5 lbsboneless pork loin roast
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 4 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon eachdried rosemary and thyme
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Let's cook

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2Mix the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper into a paste.
  3. 3Rub the mixture all over the pork loin roast.
  4. 4Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for 45-55 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. 5Let rest 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Make it yours

  • Add a Dijon mustard layer under the herb rub.
  • Sear the roast in a skillet before oven roasting for extra color.
  • Serve with a pan gravy made from the drippings.

Good with

  • Roasted potatoes
  • Green beans or Brussels sprouts
  • Applesauce

Frequently asked questions

Good questions, answered.

How do I know the pork loin is done?

It should reach an internal temperature of 145°F; use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part for accuracy.

Why let the roast rest before slicing?

Resting allows the juices to redistribute through the meat, keeping the slices moist instead of losing juice on the cutting board.

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