APRICOT AND PECAN-STUFFED PORK LOIN ROAST

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Posted in response to a request. This sounds great! Pork with a stuffing of apricots, dates and pecans and a bourbon cream sauce. YUMMY!!

Provided by Kimke

Categories     Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup dried apricot
1/2 cup chopped dried dates
1/2 cup pecans
1 clove garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt (divided use)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme (divided use)
4 tablespoons molasses (divided use)
4 tablespoons peanut oil or 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided use)
5 lbs boneless pork loin roast, halved
1 cup Bourbon
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coarsely chop apricots, dates, pecans, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a food processor.
  • Add 2 tablespoons thyme, 1 tablespoon molasses and 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Process until mixture is finely chopped, but not smooth.
  • To butterfly the roast, make a lengthwise cut down the center of each roast half, cutting to, but not through, the bottom.
  • Starting from the cut that was just made, slice horizontally toward one side, stopping 1/2 inch from edge.
  • Repeat with other roast half.
  • Open each half and flatten to a ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  • Spread apricot mixture evenly over pork.
  • Roll each half, jellyroll fashion, starting with long side.
  • Secure with string.
  • Place both rolls, seam side down, in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with remaining thyme.
  • Bring bourbon, broth and remaining 3 tablespoons molasses to a boil in a large saucepan.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Carefully ignite bourbon mixture with a long match.
  • When flames die, pour over rolls.
  • Bake 1 to 11/2 hours, or until meat thermometer inserted in thickest portion registers 160 F.
  • Remove pork from pan and keep warm; reserve drippings.
  • Pour reserved drippings in a small saucepan.
  • Add cream and remaining salt.
  • Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
  • Slice pork and serve with sauce.

Maryam Shehu
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pork loin was absolutely delicious.


shahzad blog's
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


Maria Saenz
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I'm not a big fan of pork loin, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so moist and flavorful.


Mak Paul
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This was my first time making pork loin and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe!


Sade Rhoda
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. It's easy to follow and the results are always amazing.


JManuel LLeon
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork loin was cooked to perfection and the stuffing was delicious.


Diya Sanyasing
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This is my go-to recipe for pork loin. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jutt Sister Jutt
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I love this recipe! The pork loin is always so juicy and tender, and the stuffing is the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Farooq Sheikh
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This dish was a disappointment. The pork loin was tough and the stuffing was dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


BD Taigars
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork loin turned out great! The stuffing was a little bland, but I added some extra spices and it was perfect.


bachchuram kc
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The pork loin was a little dry, but the stuffing was delicious. I would make this again, but I would cook the pork loin for a shorter amount of time.


Colin Love mr beast X
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


Maria Coronel
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Endinako Ngcuka
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The pork loin turned out so juicy and tender, and the stuffing was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Uzaib Khan
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This pork loin roast was a hit! The apricot and pecan stuffing was moist and flavorful, and the pork was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!