Herb Roasted Pork Loin and Potatoes recipe

8 servings

6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

salt and pepper to taste

1 (4 pound) boneless pork loin roast

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

In a pot with enough water to cover, boil the potatoes for about 10 minutes.

Drain, cool, and place in a bowl.

Toss with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, chives, salt, and pepper.

Rub the pork loin roast with 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and onion powder.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Place the roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, and cook 50 minutes in the preheated oven.

Arrange the potatoes around the roast, and continue cooking 50 minutes, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Remove from heat, cover with foil, and let sit 15 minutes before slicing.