Pork Loin with Caraway Crust recipe

6 servings

2 tablespoons caraway seed, crushed

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon mustard powder

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

3 pounds boneless pork loin roast

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

In a small bowl, mix together the caraway seed, salt, mustard powder, thyme, oregano and vegetable oil to make a paste.

Place the roast in a roasting pan fat side up.

Rub the spice mixture into the top and sides of the roast.

Insert a meat thermometer into the roast, and place in the oven.

Roast for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees F (67 degrees C).

Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes.

The temperature will rise to 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Slice and serve.