A pork loin is a roast of uncut pork loin chops. Leaner than pork shoulder and cheaper than pork tenderloin, it’s a popular cut for grilling and slicing to feed a crowd. It’s also perfect for any one of our Cheater Brines (pages 77 to 78). Our cheater meat slicer is a compact electric knife—the affordable, no-frills, unsung hero of kitchen appliances. R. B. calls it the indoor chain saw. Ultimate Cheater Pork Loin sliced paper-thin will make a pile of Cuban Fingers (page 176).

　　

Ingredients

makes 6 to 8 servings

　　1 batch of brine (you pick)

　　One 3-pound pork loin

　　Vegetable oil

　　2 tablespoons Cheater Basic Dry Rub (page 45)

　　

Step 1

BRINE the loin for 4 to 6 hours in the refrigerator (see page 77).

　　

Step 2

HEAT the oven to 500°F.

　　

Step 3

DRAIN the loin, discarding the brine. Rinse and pat dry. Place the loin in a large roasting pan and brush with a light coating of vegetable oil. Sprinkle all sides of the loin with the dry rub.

　　

Step 4

PLACE the loin in the oven and immediately reduce the heat to 300°F. Cook for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer reaches 155°F. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

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