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Butchers cut a pork center roast from the center of the pig, the area between the pig's shoulder and leg. Also called pork loin roast, this cut of meat is sold either with or without the bone. You may also find precut, pre-seasoned, and precooked pork center roasts.

Pork center roast is sometimes confused with other cuts of pork, such as tenderloin. You can usually find pork center roast sold in pieces weighing between 2 to 4 pounds. Tenderloin often comes in smaller cuts that weigh closer to a pound.

If you like pork chops, you'll like pork center roast. Pork chops take their cuts from pork center roast. Pork center roast is the large and often more affordable alternative to pork chops.

Pork center roast has a mild flavor that is easy to embellish. When rubbed with a spice mixture, brined, or barbecued, this cut of meat delivers extraordinary flavor. It's also relatively lean and has a tender textured when cooked.

Since pork center roast is larger, you should cook this cut of meat slowly and thoroughly. Pork center roast tends to appear pink in color, even when cooked all the way through. Don't worry about the color of your pork center roast, but rather pay attention to the temperature. Your pork center roast should reach an internal cooking temperature of 145 to 160 degrees.

If you purchased your pork center roast, thaw it completely in the refrigerator before cooking. Let the meat rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature. You want the meat to cook evenly on the inside and outside.

Prepare both boneless and bone-in cuts the same way. If you're using a bone-in cut of pork center roast, cut around the bone when serving time arrives. Remember to always keep the fat cap on the meat when cooking, which helps moisten the meat and add flavor. 

You can prepare pork loin roast in its entirety, or you can cut it into smaller pieces. If you're hosting a party or family gathering, cooking the entire roast is an easy and substantial way to serve all of your guests.

You can roast a pork center roast in the oven between 45 minutes and an hour, depending on your roast size. This preparation method works for both bone-in and boneless cuts. If you want your pork center roast to have a tender inside and a crisp outside, fully preheat your oven before cooking. When roasting, leave your pork center roast uncovered to achieve a crispy exterior texture.

Grilling is another cooking method you can try. Season your pork center roast and grill it over indirect heat. For the most part, the grill will handle the cooking. You'll want to rotate the meat at regular intervals during grilling to achieve an evenly cooked roast.

If you only want to eat part of your pork center roast, cut it into 1- to 1 1/2-inch steaks. Cook your pork center roast cuts the way you would pork chops.