4 lb. center cut loin of pork (bone or boneless) 3/4 tsp. salt and pepper 8 baking apples, cored 8 lg. onions, peeled but left whole 2 tbsp. flour 2 1/2 c. apple cider 8 med. baking potatoes, if desired Salt and pepper pork roast and place in roasting pan. Roast at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours. Pour off fat. Place onions and apples in alternate positions around roast. Potatoes may be put in oven at this time. Add 1 1/2 cups cider and roast an additional 1 1/2 hours, basting often. Skim off fat when done. Add flour and remaining cider to pan liquid. Cook mixture until smooth and thickened, stirring frequently. Place roast on platter to serve. Serves 8. |