Kassler Rippchen Smoked Pork Loin German Style

A flavorful roast pork loin recipe cooked german fashion posted in response to a recipe request. Cooking time depends on the size of the roast.

Preheat oven to 350f.

Place meat in medium size roasting pan with drip tray and insert a meat thermometer.

Add 1 / 2 inch of water to bottom of pan.

Insert cloves every square inch of the meat.

Sprinkle top of meat with brown sugar.

Roast covered , in oven for 20 minutes per pound or until inserted thermometer reaches 165f.

Uncover meat the last 30 minutes of cooking time.

When meat is done , remove from pan and set aside in a warm place.

Remove drip tray.

Combine butter with flour.

Mix until smooth.

Gradually add to drippings and cook stirring regularly , over medium heat until thickened.

Gravy should be medium to thin consistency.

Slice and serve meat with gravy and potato dumplings.

pork loin, cloves, brown sugar, butter, flour