Spinach and Goat Cheese Stuffed Pork Loin
This delicious pork loin is stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spinach and goat cheese, creating a savory and satisfying dish.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Chicken broth - 1 cup
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Goat cheese - 1 cup
- Spinach - 4 cups, chopped
- Pork loin - 2 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Butterfly the pork loin by making a lengthwise cut down the center, without cutting all the way through.
- Open up the pork loin and flatten it with a meat mallet until it is an even thickness.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, goat cheese, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and paprika. Mix well.
- Spread the spinach and goat cheese mixture evenly over the flattened pork loin.
- Roll up the pork loin tightly and secure with kitchen twine.
- Place the stuffed pork loin in a roasting pan and pour the chicken broth over it.
- Season the pork loin with salt, pepper, and additional dried thyme.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork loin rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the stuffed pork loin and serve with the pan juices.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 50g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 2g