No. 1 : Quick Recipe
Cherry Salsa Topped Pork Loin
- 1 Tsp Sea Salt
- 1 Tsp Freshly Ground Pepper
- 2 TB Olive Oil
- 1 (3) LB Boneless Pork Loin
- *Cherry Salsa
Step One
Preheat the oven to 350F. Add the salt and pepper to a small bowl and whisk in the olive oil and rub the mixture over pork loin that you’ve placed in a well oiled roasting pan. (Or grill the pork over medium low heat until the internal temperature reads 145F.
Step Two
If you are cooking in the oven, cook for 1 –1 ½ hours or until the temperature measured with an instant-read thermometer reaches 145F. (The temperature will rise with carry over cooking) Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for at least15 minutes before slicing.
Cherry Salsa
- 1 LB Dark Sweet Cherries, pitted and chopped
- Zest and Juice of 1 Lime
- ½ Cup Cherry Preserves
- 2 TB Minced Red Onion
- 1 Jalapeño, ribbed, seeded and minced
- 2 TB Chopped Cilantro
Combine all ingredients in medium bowl and stir. Cover and chill 1-2 hours to blend flavors.
No. 2 : Kitchen Scoop
Loaded with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, cherries are much more than just yummy and sweet, they’re a powerful, bite-size health boost. Cherries contain anthrocyanins, the red pigment in berries. Anthrocyanins are potent antioxidants under active research for a variety of potential health benefits.
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No. 3 : Clever
Who says this salsa has to be used just for pork? Try it with chicken, as a spread for a turkey burger or just by itself with chips. Or top goat cheese with the yummy salsa, and serve it with crunchy crackers.
No. 4 : Cheers!
King Maui Pinot Noir
Marlborough New Zealand
About $17.00
Marlborough New Zealand is known for its bright and crisp Sauvignon Blanc, but did you know it makes delicious fruit-forward Pinot Noir as well? This lighter style pinot noir is perfect for a warm summer weekend, as it can be served up just a bit chilled. You’ll smell a whiff of mushrooms, lots of cherries and tobacco on the nose, and taste good acidity and light tannins, along with cherries and berries. A super value for a Pinot Noir that will pair beautifully with the pork and cherry salsa!