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1 12, 2016

Brie & Cranberry Stuffed Pork Loin

Brie & Cranberry Stuffed Pork Loin

 

 

Ingredients

Stuffing

¼ cup finely chopped dried cranberries

1 oz brandy

¾ cup ricotta cheese

1 small shallot, minced

2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme

3 oz brie cheese, cut into small piece

salt  & pepper

 

Roast:

1 2.5 lb boneless, centre cut pork loin roast

3 Tbsp Dijon mustard

salt & pepper

 

Sauce:

1 Tbsp butter

2 cups sliced cooking onion

¼ cup white

1 12, 2016

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