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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Pepper Jelly Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Pepper Jelly Glaze is a succulent and flavorful roast perfect for a special dinner. The pork loin is rubbed with a garlic, salt, and pepper paste, wrapped in smoky bacon, and roasted to juicy perfection. Finished with a sweet and tangy pepper jelly glaze that’s broiled to create a crispy, caramelized coating, this dish delivers a wonderful combination of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

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Pork Loin and Seasoning

  • 1 (2 to 3-pound) boneless pork loin roast (not pork tenderloin)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Bacon Wrapping

  • 5 to 6 slices bacon

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup pepper jelly
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pork: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup if you wish. Remove the pork loin from its packaging and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a nice crust forms during roasting.
  2. Season and Wrap Pork: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, kosher salt, and pepper to create a flavorful paste. Rub this paste evenly over the entire surface of the pork loin. Next, wrap the bacon slices around the pork loin, fully encasing it, and tuck the ends underneath to secure.
  3. Roast the Pork Loin: Place the bacon-wrapped pork loin on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven at 400°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue roasting for another 40 to 50 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork reads 145°F (63°C). Remove from oven.
  4. Prepare the Pepper Jelly Glaze: While the pork roasts, place the pepper jelly in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring between each, until the jelly is melted and smooth. Stir in the white wine vinegar thoroughly to create the glaze.
  5. Broil with Glaze: Switch the oven setting to broil. Generously brush the melted pepper jelly glaze over the entire bacon-wrapped pork loin. Return it to the oven and broil until the bacon is crisp and the glaze bubbles and caramelizes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the pork loin from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Resting allows juices to redistribute, ensuring moist meat. Serve slices with any remaining pepper jelly glaze on the side for additional flavor.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F for perfect doneness.
  • Do not substitute pork tenderloin; this recipe specifically requires pork loin for the size and texture.
  • Microwaving the pepper jelly in short intervals prevents it from burning and helps achieve a smooth glaze.
  • Resting the meat before slicing is crucial to retain juiciness.
  • Bacon slices can be varied in thickness; adjust cooking times accordingly if using very thick or thin bacon.

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