Spicedporkloinsteakswithprunes Recipes

LOIN OF PORK WITH PRUNES

Steps:

• With a sharp knife, make a deep incision lengthwise along the thickest part of the meat. Spread the meat apart, and stuff the prunes into this opening. Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg, then press the meat together again and tie securely. Rub with the thyme and salt and pepper. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Roast in a 325°F. oven allowing about 23-25 minutes per pound, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. when tested with a meat thermometer. Baste often with the pan juices and some of the wine marinade from the prunes. Serve with crisp sautéed potatoes, a good salad and a rosé wine or chilled champagne.

SPICED PORK LOIN STEAKS WITH PRUNES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 325*F.
• Peel and thinly slice the onions.
• Dip the meat in the seasoned flour.
• Heat the olive oil in a roomy frying pan, add the pork steaks and brown each one on both sides.
• Transfer to a large casserole.
• Add theonions to the hot oil and stir to soften over a moderate heat.
• Add the sugar and stir until the onions caramelize.
• Stir in the spices, vinegar and 2 TBS cold water.
• Simmer until the onions are syrupy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pour the caramelized onions over the pork.
• Add the bay leaves, prunes and stock.
• Cover with the casserole lid.
• Set in the heated oven and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
• Season with salt and freshly milled pepper to taste before serving.