This recipe for Cranberry Apple Stuffed Pork Loin is a delightful combination of juicy pork loin filled with a delicious stuffing made with cranberries and apples. The pork loin is roasted to perfection, resulting in a flavorful and impressive main dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The tangy sweetness of the cranberries and the crispness of the apples perfectly complement the tender pork loin. With just a handful of ingredients and a bit of prep work, you can create a show-stopping dish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lb pork loin
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Kitchen twine
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Butterfly the pork loin by making a lengthwise cut down the center, stopping about 1 inch from the other side. Open the pork loin flat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the dried cranberries, diced apples, chicken broth, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Spread the cranberry-apple stuffing mixture evenly over the opened pork loin.
- Carefully roll the pork loin back into its original shape, ensuring that the stuffing is secure inside.
- Using kitchen twine, tie the rolled pork loin at 1-inch intervals to secure it.
- Place the stuffed and tied pork loin on a lightly greased roasting pan.
- Roast the pork loin in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pork loin from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the stuffed pork loin into thick slices and serve warm.
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are native to North America and are one of only three fruits that are native to the continent, the others being the blueberry and the Concord grape.
Pork tenderloin is a lean and tender cut of meat that is often used for stuffing due to its ideal shape and tenderness.