Gourmet Glazed Ham with Carrots & Potatoes – Berkshire Pork Loin Recipe
A Gourmet Holiday Centerpiece or Elegant Family Dinner
Whether you're gathering for Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or simply a cozy family dinner, this Gourmet Glazed Pork Loin is an effortless way to impress your guests. Featuring our Bistro-Style Berkshire Pork Loin, this dish delivers all the comfort of a traditional holiday ham—but with a more refined, gourmet touch.
What Makes This Pork Loin Special?
Unlike conventional hams, our Bistro-Style Berkshire Pork Loin is made from a superior cut of meat and slow-cooked sous vide for 12 hours, ensuring unmatched tenderness and moisture. Infused with a natural blend of seasonings like garlic, black peppercorns, nutmeg, and bay leaf, this fully cooked pork loin is free from nitrates, nitrites, and artificial fillers—just pure, high-quality flavor.
When you first unwrap the loin, you might notice a greyish hue on the exterior due to the natural seasonings used in preparation. However, once sliced, the inside reveals a beautiful, vibrant pink—a sign of its premium quality and gentle cooking process.
Best Served Hot—But Leftovers Shine Too!
While this pork loin is best enjoyed warm, glazed and roasted to perfection, leftovers can be served cold in sandwiches, salads, or charcuterie boards. The rich, savory flavors only deepen overnight, making it a fantastic option for meal prep or next-day lunches.
Paired with whole golden potatoes and tender baby carrots, this dish is both comforting and sophisticated—ideal for holiday feasts, special occasions, or an elevated weeknight dinner. With minimal effort, you’ll have a restaurant-quality centerpiece that’s sure to be a hit at any table.
Let’s get cooking!
Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Ingredients
For the Pork Loin:
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1 Bistro-Style Berkshire Pork Loin (2.5-3 lbs, fully cooked)
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1 tbsp olive oil
For the Glaze:
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2 tbsp agave syrup
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2 tbsp marinade (your choice)
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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4 tbsp BBQ sauce
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1 tbsp mustard
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A touch of truffle hot sauce (to taste)
For the Vegetables:
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8-10 small gold potatoes, left whole
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8-10 small whole carrots
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1 tbsp agave syrup
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Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
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Blanch the carrots: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the whole carrots and cook until just tender. Drain and set aside.
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Blanch the potatoes: Place the whole potatoes in a pot with cold or room temperature water. Bring to a simmer and cook until fork-tender. Drain and set aside in a bowl with the carrots.
Step 2: Roast the Pork Loin
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Drizzle olive oil on a baking sheet and place the Bistro-Style Berkshire Pork Loin on top.
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Roast until the exterior turns golden and slightly crisp (about 10-15 minutes).
Step 3: Glaze the Pork Loin
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While the pork is roasting, whisk together all glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
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Remove the pork from the oven and brush generously with the glaze.
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Return to the oven and roast until the glaze caramelizes (about 5-7 minutes).
Step 4: Toss the Vegetables
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Toss the whole carrots and potatoes with agave syrup, salt, and pepper.
Step 5: Flip & Finish the Pork Loin
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Flip the pork loin over and brush the other side with glaze.
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Return to the oven and roast until the glaze caramelizes (about 5-7 minutes).
Step 6: Add the Vegetables & Final Roast
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Arrange the whole carrots and potatoes around the pork loin on the baking sheet.
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Optionally, brush another layer of glaze over the pork for extra color and flavor.
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Roast for another 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and caramelized.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy
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Remove from the oven and transfer the pork loin to a cutting board. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Arrange the whole carrots and potatoes on a serving dish. Place the sliced pork loin on top.
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Drizzle the remaining glaze and pan juices over the pork.
Bonus Tip: Leftovers make incredible sandwiches!
Shop the Ingredients
🐖 Bistro-Style Berkshire Pork Loin → https://www.angelsalumi.com/products/bistro-style-berkshire-pork-loin
🌶️ Truffle Hot Sauce → https://www.angelsalumi.com/products/truffle-hot-sauce