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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Pepper Jelly Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Pepper Jelly Glaze is a savory and flavorful dish perfect for a comforting dinner. Tender pork loin is rubbed with a garlic, salt, and pepper paste, then wrapped in smoky bacon and roasted to juicy perfection. The glaze, made from sweet and spicy pepper jelly combined with white wine vinegar, is broiled onto the bacon to create a crispy, glossy finish. This recipe yields a deliciously moist and aromatic roast that pairs wonderfully with your favorite sides.

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 black pepper

Bacon and Glaze

  • 5 to 6 slices bacon
  • 1/4 cup pepper jelly
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup if desired. Remove the pork loin from packaging and pat it dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear and proper roasting.
  2. Season and Wrap: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, kosher salt, and pepper into a paste. Rub this evenly over the entire pork loin. Wrap the bacon slices around the pork loin completely, tucking the ends underneath to secure the bacon in place.
  3. Roast the Pork: Place the bacon-wrapped pork loin on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven at 400°F for 15 minutes to start crisping bacon, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue roasting for another 40 to 50 minutes. Roast until an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 145°F (63°C), ensuring the pork is perfectly cooked but juicy.
  4. Prepare the Glaze: While the pork roasts, place the pepper jelly in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 10-second intervals, stirring between, until melted and smooth. Stir in the white wine vinegar to add a tangy balance to the sweetness.
  5. Broil with Glaze: Once the pork reaches 145°F, remove it from the oven. Turn the oven setting to broil. Generously brush the melted pepper jelly glaze over the bacon. Place the pork loin back under the broiler until the bacon crisps up and the glaze becomes bubbly, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to retain juices. Slice the pork loin and serve with any leftover glaze for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Be sure to use a boneless pork loin roast, not pork tenderloin, for the best texture and size.
  • Resting the meat after cooking allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist slices.
  • If you don’t have pepper jelly, you can substitute with a combination of apricot jam and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a similar sweet and spicy glaze.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to check doneness accurately; overcooking can dry out the pork.
  • Broiling time is quick; watch closely to prevent burning the glaze.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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