Fresh Easy Fall Family Dinner (Printer-Friendly)
A vibrant 30-minute meal with applewood bacon pork, sautéed brussel sprouts, apples, and quinoa bursting with fall flavors.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
1 Smithfield Applewood Bacon Loin Filet
→ Vegetables and Fruits
02 -
1 pound Brussels sprouts
03 -
2 large Honeycrisp apples
→ Grains
04 -
2 cups quinoa
→ Oils and Seasonings
05 -
3 tablespoons avocado oil
06 -
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 -
1 packet stevia sweetener
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the pork loin with the bacon side facing up in a Pyrex baking dish. Insert into the oven and roast for 30 minutes uncovered.
02 -
Bring 8 cups of water to a rapid boil in a pot. Add quinoa and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, then drain excess liquid.
03 -
Halve the Brussels sprouts and dice the Honeycrisp apples into bite-sized pieces.
04 -
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add Brussels sprouts and apples, then sprinkle with cinnamon and stevia. Sauté for 10 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
05 -
When the pork reaches an internal temperature of 150°F, remove from oven and allow to rest for 3 minutes. Slice and serve atop quinoa, accompanied by sautéed Brussels sprouts and apples.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
Allow resting the pork loin after roasting to ensure juiciness and thorough cooking.