Apple Cinnamon Pork Loin Recipe

A few weeks ago I shared a favorite fall recipe, Wonton Noodles, Pork & Spinach Soup. Today I’m sharing a more festive way to enjoy Smithfield pork!

Below is a sweeter take on pork loin that compliments the sweetness of the season. The apple cinnamon combination is one of my favorites and while you’d seldom think to combine it with meat instead of dessert, it’s really quite a treat! This recipe is so easy to make and is ready in under an hour, so it’s great for the holidays or just a weeknight meal.

Ingredients:

1-2 lb. Smithfield Original Pork Loin
2 medium apples, peeled and sliced
3 tbsp honey
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
3/4 cup chicken stock
A few pinches of brown sugar to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Mix honey, cinnamon and chicken stock in a small mixing bowl and set aside.

3. Place Smithfield Pork Loin in a casserole dish and pour chicken stock mixture on top and on sides. Add apples to casserole dish, making sure they don’t cover the pork loin or each other.

4. Sprinkle a little brown sugar on pork loin and apples to taste {and a little bit more cinnamon if desired}.

5. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or to an internal temperature of 160 degrees.

I love using Smithfield pork for my recipes because it comes from animals raised in the USA, and never contains steroids, hormones, or artificial ingredients. They have so many different cuts to choose from and even different flavors! You can find Smithfield Pork products at your local Walmart store.

What’s your favorite way to make pork loin?