Slow Cooker Herb Pork Loin with Tri-Potato Hash
Tender slow-cooked pork loin paired with red, yellow, and sweet potatoes tossed in garlic and olive oil. A hands-off, savory dinner packed with lean protein and satisfying fiber.
Prep
15 min
Cook
270 min
Total
295 min
Makes
3 servings
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
270 min
Total
295 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Next: Chop the red potato
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Chop the red potato
Chop the red potato, yellow potato, and sweet potato into uniform 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes so they cook evenly.
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Mince the garlic cloves finely
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
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Place the chopped tri-potato mix and minced…
Place the chopped tri-potato mix and minced garlic into the bottom of a 6-quart (5.7-liter) slow cooker inserts.
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Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes
Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes, then sprinkle with dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.
Look for: the potatoes are evenly coated
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Pat the pork loin roast dry
Pat the pork loin roast dry with a paper towel and season all sides evenly with salt and pepper.
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Place the pork loin directly on top…
Place the pork loin directly on top of the seasoned potato mixture in the slow cooker.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Cover with the lid and set the…
Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to LOW for 4 to 5 hours (or HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours), cooking until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Look for: the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender
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Transfer the pork loin to a cutting…
Transfer the pork loin to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into medallions.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Scoop a serving of the tri-potato mix…
Scoop a serving of the tri-potato mix onto each plate and top with sliced pork loin. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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