FRUIT-PECAN PORK ROAST

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This spectacular roast was a huge hit with members of the cooking club I belong to. The sweet, tangy fruit glaze looks lovely and is a wonderful complement to the juicy pork. It's a family favorite for special occasions and holidays. -Gay Flynn, Bellevue, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 boneless rolled pork loin roast (3-1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup chopped green onions
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup orange juice
1 bay leaf
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon of butter for 1 minute. Add orange juice and bay leaf; cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add the cranberry sauce, broth, pecans and vinegar; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the salt, pepper, sugar and remaining butter until butter is melted. Discard bay leaf. , Remove 1/4 cup sauce and stir in preserves; spoon over roast. Set remaining sauce aside. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Marie Maerz
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Owais Jaan
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This is one of my favorite pork roast recipes.


Nmesoma Chima
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile.


Amia Unger
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


jaycee Rick
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


Theyluvethann
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


muktar oro
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This is one of my favorite pork roast recipes.


Asifkha afghanistan Asifkhan afghanistan
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile.


Muzahid Hussen
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Uriiah Thomas
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


Kaylin Williams
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Deanna Deason
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This is one of my favorite pork roast recipes. It's always a hit with my guests.


Phelelisile Mkhwanazi
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used different fruits and nuts each time I've made it, and it's always turned out great.


Mothusi Sejakgomo
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


akmal choudhary
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a huge success. The pork was cooked to perfection and the fruit and pecan topping was a perfect complement.


trizah shiks
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I used a combination of apples, pears, and cranberries, and it turned out great.


Nomi Ali
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork is always moist and flavorful, and the fruit and pecan topping is the perfect complement.


Ansar Munir Ansar Munir
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This is one of my favorite pork roast recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Muhammad Qavi
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. The pork was moist and juicy, and the fruit and pecan topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Regis Riddick
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I used a pork loin roast and it turned out perfect. The fruit and pecan topping was a great combination of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again!