Christmas Spice Pork Roast

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 200 °C (400 °F).

2. 2

   In an ovenproof skillet, brown pork roast in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add cloves and cinnamon. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning roast in rendered fat.

3. 3

   Roast for about 45 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the centre of the roast reads 57 °C (135 °F). Place roast on a plate, cover with aluminum foil and let rest for 10 minutes. The temperature should rise to 63 °C (145 °F).

4. 4

   In the same skillet, add honey and caramelize with spices. Add broth and ginger and bring to a boil. Reduce by half. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water. Add cornstarch mixture to sauce while whisking. Simmer for 1 minute. Adjust seasoning.

5. 5

   Slice pork and drizzle with sauce. Delicious with mashed potatoes and Roasted Carrots with Dried Fruit.