PORK LOIN WITH PRUNES

Preparation Method :

• Cut 10 prunes in halves or quarters. Place in a bowl with the cognac, diluted with enough water to cover the fruit. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes. Drain well.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C/gas 4). Use a sharp knife to make incisions in the pork. Fill with a little salt and pepper and the chopped prunes.
• Place the rosemary on the meat and tie with kitchen string. Season with salt and pepper.
• Heat the butter and oil in an ovenproof pan over medium heat. As soon as the butter foams, add the pork and brown all over, 10 minutes.
• Transfer to the hot oven and bake until tender and cooked through, 2 hours. Halfway through cooking, pour the wine over the meat and add the remaining prunes. Continue cooking, adding some stock if the pan dries out.
• Serve hot or at room temperature with the sauce.