I love pork. It roasts so well. Some pork loin came on sale so it was time! The only problem with pork loin is that it is very lean and can dry out. I have found that stuffing the pork with fatty sausage or a moist stuffing can help keep it juicy. I decided to try sausage and apples. Continue reading Apple Sausage Pork Loin
Before I begin this post, I humbly apologize to every Cuban or person of Cuban heritage. I love this style of cooking but a lot of the ingredients are not available here in the Canadian Rockies. For example I noted some recipes call for a sour orange. Therefore, this is my homage to the style and flavour profile but is in no way authentic Cuban food. If you haven’t had Cuban cuisine, seek it out. It is wonderful! Continue reading Cuban Pork Loin
The first post of 2018! Where does the time go? I was planning New Years dinner and She Who Must Be Obeyed told me I had a loin roast in the freezer. I took the subtle hint and made Pork Loin & Roast Potatoes. Continue reading Pork Loin & Roast Potatoes
Is there anything better than family? My brother has bought me great cuts of beef from Alberta. My niece and her husband keep bees and gave me great honey. I owe them both. Then, whole pork loins came on sale! I decided to buy a couple of loins and make them some various cuts of cured pork, including Honey Loin Hams made with the honey I was given. Continue reading Honey Loin Hams
Smoking meat is often equated with a lot of work and preparation. Banking coals, lighting wood, mixing ingredients and careful tending of the fire. However, sometimes, you just feel butt lazy. Thanks to my Louisiana Grills Pellet Smoker. I can still have great food. This Smoked Pork Loin took little effort but was tasty. Continue reading Simple Smoked Pork Loin