HERB-CRUSTED PORK ROAST

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There is nothing like a well-seasoned pork roast, pan-seared and baked to perfection. The moist meat gets a flavor boost from a cheesy herbal crust and simple reduction sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon lemon-herb seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 bone-in pork loin roast (4 pounds)
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine or chicken broth

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the ground mustard, herb seasoning, salt and pepper; rub over roast. In a large skillet, brown roast in 2 tablespoons oil. Place roast fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Brush top with Dijon mustard. Combine the bread crumbs, cheese, basil, thyme, rosemary, garlic and remaining oil; press onto roast. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 145°. Place on a warm serving platter. Let meat stand for 15 minutes before slicing. , Stir wine into roasting pan, scraping to loosen browned bits. Pour into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until reduced by half. Serve with roast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.