Arista al Forno (Tuscan Roasted Pork)
A classic Tuscan roasted pork loin, slow-cooked with onions, carrots, and celery, basted in broth, and served with a silky blended vegetable gravy — simple, rustic, and full of authentic Italian flavor.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 396kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb Boneless Pork Loin
- 1 Onion roughly chopped
- 1 Carrot roughly chopped
- 1 Celery Stalk roughly chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves crushed
- 2 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Dry White Wine (optional)
- 1 cup Vegetable or Meat Broth
- 1 Sprig Fresh Rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
- 2 Sage Leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
- 1 Sprig Thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat dry the pork and season generously with salt and pepper, then rub the minced garlic and finely minced herbs. Tie the pork loin tightly with kitchen twine to keep its shape.
- In a large oven-safe pan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear the pork on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce by half, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the pork to the pan, and add a few splashes of broth to prevent the meat from drying. Transfer to the oven and roast uncovered for about 1 hour, basting at least 3-4 more times with the broth.
- Once the pork is done (internal temperature should be 162°F/72°C), remove it from the pan and let it rest. Blend the vegetables and pan juices until smooth, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Slice the pork thinly and serve with the warm vegetable gravy spooned on top.
Notes
- In place of the fresh herbs, you can also use this classic Italian Roast Seasoning.
- Let the pork rest 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, simmer it a few extra minutes after blending.
- You can use an immersion blender directly in the pan for easy cleanup.
Nutrition
Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2678IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
