Go Back
–+ servings

Molasses-Mustard Glazed Pork Loin Roast

This Molasses-Mustard Glazed Pork Loin Roast is not only delicious but it will make your home smell amazing! Tender, juicy and wrapped with bacon, it is an impressive dish to serve during the holidays.
4.17 from 18 votes

Ingredients  

  • 2 pounds boneless pork loin
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 pork bouillon cubes, crushed (substitute beef or chicken)
  • 5 tablespoons mustard, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing the baking dish
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 24 ounces bacon
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons molasses

Instructions 

  • Start by scoring the top of the roast with a sharp knife.
  • In a bowl, combine the garlic, crushed bouillon cubes, 2 tablespoons mustard, olive oil and lime juice. Brush that mixture all over the pork loin, including the bottom. Cover the prepared roast with plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and pat dry with paper towels. Reserve.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Arrange the bacon slices, overlapping slightly, over a sheet of parchment paper. Place the pork loin roast on the bottom and roll upwards, wrapping the roast with the bacon.
  • Grease a large baking dish generously with olive oil. Place the roast in the center and the parboiled potatoes around it.
  • Combine the remaining mustard (3 tablespoons) with the molasses. Brush it all over the bacon. Use toothpicks to secure the bacon to the roast.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, basting occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and the meat reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Use a thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Let the roast rest for 3 minuter before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: You can prep the roast, up to the roasting step, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to roast, remove from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for a few minutes, to take the chill off.
Basting: When basting the roast, make sure to baste the potatoes too. They will absorb the flavors and taste amazing!
Internal temperature: The National Pork Board recommends cooking pork to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, followed by a three-minute rest, for the ultimate juiciness. However, if you prefer medium or medium-well, you can cook to up to 160 degrees F. More than that and the pork will be overcooked!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g, Calories: 850kcal, Carbohydrates: 37g, Protein: 68g, Fat: 47g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g, Cholesterol: 194mg, Sodium: 1694mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 11g