Giada De Laurentiis' Thanksgiving pork roast is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for your holiday dinner. With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and aromatic spices, this roast is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the process of creating a succulent and memorable pork roast. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!
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HONEY-MUSTARD PORK ROAST WITH BACON
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the pork: Put an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, add the Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, garlic, and rosemary and mix together until smooth. Arrange the pork in a 9 by 13-inch baking pan and spread the mustard mixture evenly over the pork. Starting on 1 side, lay a piece of bacon, lengthwise, on the pork. Lay another slice of bacon on the pork making sure to slightly overlap the first piece. Continue with the remaining bacon, until the pork is fully covered in bacon. Using 3 pieces of kitchen twine, secure the bacon in place. Roast for 1 hour. Cover the pan, loosely, with foil and roast for another 10 to 20 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork registers 160 degrees F. Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the roast to a cutting board. Cover the pan with foil and allow the pork to rest for 20 minutes. Remove the kitchen twine and slice the pork into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- For the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Put the arugula on a large platter and drizzle with the dressing. Arrange the pork slices on top and serve.
PANCETTA-WRAPPED PORK ROAST
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blend the garlic, rosemary, thyme, and oil in a small food processor, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally, until the garlic is minced.
- Sprinkle the pork roast generously with salt and pepper. Arrange the pancetta slices on a work surface, overlapping slightly and forming a rectangle. Spread half of the garlic mixture over 1 side of the pork and between the 2 loins that meet in the center of the tied pork roast. Place the pork, garlic mixture side down, in the center of the pancetta rectangle. Spread the remaining garlic mixture over the remaining pork. Wrap the pancetta slices around the pork. Place the pork in a roasting pan. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Pour 1/2 cup of broth and 1/2 cup of wine into the roasting pan. Add more broth and wine to the pan juices every 20 minutes. Roast the pork until a meat thermometer inserted into the center registers 145 degrees F for medium-rare, about 1 hour. Transfer the pork to a cutting board. Tent with aluminum foil and let stand for 10 minutes. Pour the pan drippings into a glass measuring cup and spoon off any fat that rises to the top.
- Using a large sharp carving knife, cut the pork into 1/4-inch-thick slices and serve with the pan juices.
GIADA'S THANKSGIVING PORK ROAST
Steps:
- Ingredients Directions Special equipment: kitchen twine For the pork: Put an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, add the Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, garlic, and rosemary and mix together until smooth. Arrange the pork in a 9 by 13-inch baking pan and spread the mustard mixture evenly over the pork. Starting on 1 side, lay a piece of bacon, lengthwise, on the pork. Lay another slice of bacon on the pork making sure to slightly overlap the first piece. Continue with the remaining bacon, until the pork is fully covered in bacon. Using 3 pieces of kitchen twine, secure the bacon in place. Roast for 1 hour. Cover the pan, loosely, with foil and roast for another 10 to 20 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork registers 160 degrees F. Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the roast to a cutting board. Cover the pan with foil and allow the pork to rest for 20 minutes. Remove the kitchen twine and slice the pork into 1/2-inch thick slices. For the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Put the arugula on a large platter and drizzle with the dressing. Arrange the pork slices on top and serve.
Tips:
- To ensure the pork roast is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The pork is done when the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check the pork by piercing it with a fork. If the juices run clear, the pork is done.
- Let the pork roast rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful roast.
- Serve the pork roast with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or stuffing.
Conclusion:
Giada's Thanksgiving Pork Roast is a delicious and easy-to-make main course that is perfect for a holiday feast. The pork is roasted with a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, and the result is a tender and juicy roast that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your pork roast is cooked perfectly and that your guests will enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving meal.
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