Cherry-almond glazed pork roast

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4poundsBoneless pork roast
Salt and pepper
1each12 oz jar cherry preserves
¼cupRed wine vinegar
2tablespoonsLight corn syrup
¼teaspoonCinnamon
¼teaspoonGround nutmeg
¼teaspoonGround cloves
¼cupToasted slivered almonds

Directions

Rub roast with a little salt and pepper. Place on rack in shallow roasting pan. Roast, uncovered at 325 degrees for 2-4 hours.

Meanwhile, combine preserves, vinegar, syrup, spices and ¼ teaspoon salt. Heat and stir until boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Add almonds. Keep sauce warm. Spoon some sauce over roast to glaze. Return to oven until meat thermometer reads 170 degrees, basting with sauce several times. Remove from oven and let stand ten minutes. Slice roast and pass remaining sauce over slices. Heat and serve. Submitted By STEWART HOPPER On 01-07-95