Roasted Pork Loin with Gooseberry Sauce

I particularly like the acid bite of green gooseberries with rich pork; but this unusual sauce can be assembled with the degreased juices of any freshly roasted meat or poultry. The sauce will be a surprise to most; the combination of pan juices and berries produce a creamy-textured purée that feels and tastes as though fat and thickening have been added, but has none of the heaviness of either.

When you choose your pork loin, look for a long, narrow roast which will cook more rapid