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Cranberry Pork

Juicy Cranberry Pork for Effortless Holiday Comfort Cooking

This Cranberry Pork recipe combines savory and sweet flavors, ideal for comforting holiday dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 2 lbs Lean Pork Loin Roast Trim excess fat for healthier cooking.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Whole berry preferred for texture.
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup or agave can be good substitutes.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can work as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, Minced Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
For Thickening
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Flour or arrowroot powder can be alternatives.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Heavy Skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Sear the Pork: Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season your pork loin roast with salt and pepper, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until beautifully browned.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Mix together cranberry sauce, chicken broth, honey, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic in a bowl.
  3. Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the seared pork in the slow cooker and pour the prepared cranberry sauce mixture over the top.
  4. Cook: Set your slow cooker to high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-5 hours, checking that the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145-150°F.
  5. Rest and Thicken Sauce: Remove the pork and let it rest for 5 minutes. Whisk cornstarch with water to create a slurry, add it to the sauce in the slow cooker, and cook on high for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve: Slice your tender pork and serve it with the glossy cranberry sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs for an added touch of freshness.

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