PORK LOIN WITH APPLES AND PANCETTA

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Original ancient recipe named after Gaius Matius, a friend of Julius Caesar. "Modernized" recipe from "The Philosopher's Kitchen" by Francine Segan.

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 green apples, cored and diced
2 leeks, white and tender green parts, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
salt
pepper
1 (4 lb) pork loin roast, butterflied, debonded
12 slices pancetta, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Saute the apples and leeks into in the oil over high heat until softened, about 3 minuts.
  • Add the vinegar, honey, cumin and corianger and simmer until the vinegar has evaporated.
  • Season to taste with the salt and pepper.
  • Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Spread the mixture in the center of the pork loin, roll to close and tie with kitchen string.
  • Liberally season the outside of the pork loin, slightly overlapping them (pork loin and pancetta.).
  • Roast in a baking pan for 10 minutes and then lower the heat to 325°F.
  • Cook for about 25 minutes per pound.

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