Slow Cooker Hasselback Apple Pork Loin

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15 minutes active; 3+ hours inactive to prepare serves 6-8

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pork tenderloin
  • 2 apples, thinly sliced (only use 1 for recipe)
  • 2 cups baby carrots
  • 2 cups baby potatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Using a paring knife, make a series of small, parallel cuts across the length of the pork loin and fill each with an apple slice.
  2. Place carrots and potatoes in the bottom of slow cooker, then place the apple-filled pork loin on top.
  3. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, mustard, balsamic vinegar, cinnamon and minced garlic together in a small bowl, then pour over pork and vegetables.
  4. Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 6-8.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Recipe adapted from Foodwhine