Italian Pork Loin (In a Crock Pot)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Savory and Delicious Italian Pork Loin
in Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

6 hr

Ready In

6 hr 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 - 3 lbs boneless pork loin
1 medium green pepper ( sliced into thin strips )
1 medium onion ( sliced thin )
1 jar spaghetti sauce ( I use Ragu extra chunky with mushrooms )
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon fennel seed
2 bay leaves
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
416
Sugar
22g
Fat
16g
This Italian Pork Loin recipe is a delicious and savory take on the classic crock pot meal. The combination of tender and juicy pork loin with sweet and tangy spaghetti sauce is sure to become a favorite in your family's meal rotation. The dish is easy to prepare and yields a flavorful main course that can be served with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables, potatoes, or a salad. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply want a comforting meal that can be ready with minimal effort, this Italian Pork Loin recipe is sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.Place pork loin in a 6-quart slow cooker.
2.Spread green pepper and onion over pork loin.
3.In a mixing bowl, mix together spaghetti sauce, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, thyme, fennel seed, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture over pork loin and vegetables.
4.Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until pork is fully cooked.
5.Remove pork loin and place on a serving dish. Discard bay leaves. Serve with vegetables and sauce on top.

PROS

This recipe is very easy to prepare and yields a delicious Italian-inspired dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

The pork loin is juicy and tender, and the sauce is full of flavor.

CONS

This recipe can be quite high in sodium due to the canned spaghetti sauce.
Consider using low-sodium sauce and adjusting salt to taste.

This dish may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet due to the high sugar content of the spaghetti sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly low in fat or calories, it does contain several healthful ingredients such as protein from the pork and several antioxidant-rich herbs and spices.
Fennel seed has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, while thyme is high in vitamin C and may help boost immune function.

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