Herb-Crusted Pork Loin (Paula Deen)

• (4 lb) pork loin, with fat left on1 1
• salt↗1 tablespoon
• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• garlic cloves, minced↗4 4
• dried thyme, can use 2 tsp. fresh minced↗1 teaspoon
• dried basil, can use 2 tsp. fresh minced↗1 teaspoon
• dried rosemary, can use 2 tsp. fresh minced↗1 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 475 degrees F.

2. 2

   Place the pork loin on a rack in a roasting pan.

3. 3

   Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl.

4. 4

   With your fingers, massage the mixture onto the pork loin, covering all of the meat and fat.

5. 5

   Roast the pork for 30 minutes, then reduce the heat to 425 degrees F. and roast for an additional hour.

6. 6

   Test for doneness using and instant-read thermometer. When the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees F. remove from the oven.

7. 7

   Allow the meat to sit for about 20 minutes before carving. It will continue to cook while it rests.