Computer Issues

My computer "caught" a virus and is currently in the shop.  Hopefully, all will be fixed and I will be back within the next week.

A Care Package for Pierce

I just can't resist sending care packages to Pierce at school.  The Photographer laughs and shakes his head, saying it must be a "momma thing".  I suppose it is.  But mid-terms are on his upcoming schedule and he is studying like mad, in addition to the various student activities he is involved with. 

What's a momma to do?  Peanut Butter Fudge.  Individually wrapped and placed in an amusing, antique tin.  Shipped along with a current copy of his favorite magazine, a gift card to one of the local Mexican restaurants and a note card from Momma.  Just to let him know that I am with him in spirit, am certain that he will ace his mid-terms and that I love him dearly.

Oven Roasted Honey Pork Loin

This is a delicious, yet simple dish.  And it is elegant enough to serve to company.  I served the pork with oven roasted potatoes and a tossed salad.  The Photographer rated the meal a "10".

Ingredients:

• 2-3 pound pork loin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup dry white wine, divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions:

Trim off any excess fat and silver skin from the loin.  Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste and place in roasting pan that has been coated with cooking spray. 

Mix together the honey, 1/2 cup white wine, olive oil, thyme, basil and lemon peel in a small bowl.  Pour over the pork loin. Pour remaining 1/2 cup white wine into the roasting pan.

Bake at 375 degrees for 45-60 minutes or until a thermeter inserted in the loin registers 150 degrees.  Place pork on serving platter and let rest 15 minutes.

Strain the pan juices into a saucepan.  Boil over medium heat for 3 minutes.  Remove from heat.

Slice pork to desired thickness, arrange on serving platter and drizzle with sauce.  Serve remaining sauce on the side.

Serves 4.