Honey Roasted Pork Loin

2 lbs pork loin
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup orange juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
1 cup chicken broth (optional)

To prepare:

Place pork loin in a freezer bag & seal. 
In a separate bag, combine honey, OJ, olive oil & thyme. 
Pour chicken broth into a 3rd freezer bag. 

To serve:

Thaw completely. 
Season pork loin with salt & pepper & place in a roasting pan. 
Pour glaze over pork. 
Pour chicken broth into bottom of roasting pan. 
Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 150 degrees. 
Baste frequently during cooking for best results. 
Strain pan drippings into a saucepan & thicken slightly. 
Serve sauce over sliced pork.

 

Variation:  Thaw; season pork with salt, pepper, garlic; pour on honey, orange mix, and let it sit overnight or few hours; put in a cooking bag, cook, then let it sit in gravy for a few hours. 

 

http://freezermealexchange.blogspot.com/2013/05/honey-roated-pork-loin.html

Adapted from a recipe found at www.food.com

Recipe provided by Jackie