apple orchard pork roast

My sister texted me and told me she made a great meal and our Dad even liked it!  You mean Dad actually ate an onion?  Fresh herbs?  Crazy.  That being said, I had to try it.  A friend and I decided we'd both try it so we had a dinner swap of sorts.  I made the pork and peanut butter rice krispy treats and she made a delicious salad (my birthday salad) and watermelon.  Dinner was fantastic.  The pork was absolutely delicious and we'll have sandwiches tomorrow.


apple orchard pork roast (my little sister)
1 boneless whole pork loin (3-4 pounds)
1 garlic clove peeled and halved
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 fresh sage leaves
3 fresh thyme leaves
3 fresh rosemary sprigs
3 large tart apples, cut into wedges
2 medium onions, cut into chunks
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter
1 2/3 cup sparkling cider, divided
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup sour cream

Place roast in shallow roasting pan; rub with halved garlic, ,sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Top with herbs.  Arrange apples, onions and sliced garlic around roast; dot with butter.  Combine 1 cup cider and soy sauce.  Pour over top.
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 2 hours or until the meat thermometer reads 160.  Remove roast, apples and onions to a serving platter.  Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Meanwhile, skim fat and juices from pan; transfer juices to a small sauce pan.  Add remaining cider.  Bring to a boil.  Remove from heat; whisk in sour cream until smooth.  Serve with pork.