Description
A savory and juicy pork loin stuffed with a flavorful mixture of herbs, breadcrumbs, and vegetables, perfect for a hearty dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 (3-4 lb) pork loin, butterflied
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Butcher’s twine for tying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir in olive oil until the mixture is moist and crumbly.
- Lay the butterflied pork loin flat on a cutting board. Spread the stuffing mixture evenly over the surface.
- Roll up the pork loin tightly and secure it with butcher’s twine at 1-2 inch intervals.
- Place the rolled pork loin in a roasting pan seam side down.
- Roast for 60–75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can add chopped mushrooms or cooked sausage to the stuffing for added flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
- Letting the meat rest helps retain its juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg