Herb & Garlic Roasted Rack of Pork with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

• Rack of Pork / Crown Roast – (4 – 5 lbs.)
• From the Pantry

Ø  Dry Rub

Ø  3 tablespoons Roasted Garlic & Herb seasonings

Ø  2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika

Ø  3 tablespoons dry mustard

Ø  1 teaspoon salt and teaspoon black pepper

Ø  ¼ cup Olive Oil

• Balsamic Glaze

Ø  1 cup dark brown sugar

Ø  ¼ cup Dijon mustard

Ø  2 teaspoons kosher salt

Ø  ½ cup balsamic vinegar

Ø  ½ teaspoon ground cloves

Cook Time

 Preheat oven to 450°F Line pan with aluminum foil and place roasting rack on top.

Roast for about 30 minutes at 450, and then reduce heat to 400°F for about 55 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches about 120°F.

 Directions

 1.     Combine roasted garlic & herb seasoning, smoked paprika, dry mustard, salt, pepper, and olive oil; rub mixture over pork.  Then place the rack of pork in a roasting pan.
 
2.      While pork is roasting, prepare the glaze.  Combine in a medium saucepan on low, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, salt, balsamic vinegar, and ground cloves.  Simmer for about 8 – 10 minutes or until sauce thickens.  Remove from heat. 

3.     Remove pork from oven and brush with glaze and return to oven for about 15 -20 minutes or until pork is 145°F. (Use a meat thermometer to determine and ensure doneness.) 

4.     Once roasting is complete, transfer the roast to a cutting board, cover it with foil, and let stand for about 15 – 20 minutes before slicing.