Roasted Loin of Pork with Pan Gravy

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 (3-pound) boneless pork loin
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil, and paprika.
3. Heat butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Rub the pork loin with the olive oil mixture, then place in the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Place skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until pork is cooked through.
4. Remove skillet from oven and place pork loin onto a plate. Cover pork with foil and keep warm.
5. Pour beef broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Whisk in flour and stir until gravy thickens. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Slice pork loin and serve with pan gravy.

Interesting Facts

• Pork loin is a lean cut of meat that is low in fat and calories.
• Roasting pork loin at a low temperature will keep the meat from drying out.
• Adding a flavorful pan gravy makes a simple pork loin dish into a special meal.