Herb Seasoned Pork Loin, Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, and Green Bean casserole

Every once in a while, I try to shake things up. We don't eat a whole lot of pork, but it's nice to have occasionally. This time, I decided on a pork loin. I seasoned it with herbs typically used with pork. Since I don't make it too terribly often, I decided to play it safe. :) This actually turned out really well, so I'm happy with it. I paired the pork with Parmesan mashed potatoes and green bean casserole. I hope you enjoy!

Ingredients:
For pork loin:
-1 two lb pork loin
-olive oil for drizzling (about 1/4 cup or so)
-1 teaspoon marjoram
-1 teaspoon rosemary
-1 teaspoon dried parsley

For potatoes:
-2 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
-3 tablespoons butter
-1/4-1/2 cup cream or milk
-1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

For Green Bean Casserole:
-1 can French cut green beans, drained
-3 tablespoons butter
-1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon flour
-1 teaspoon onion powder
-1/4 cup bread crumbs

Directions:
Pork Loin-
Place the pork loin in a baking dish. Drizzle the pork loin with half the olive oil. Sprinkle on the herbs, then drizzle with remaining olive oil.

Cover with foil and bake at 450 for about 35 minutes, or until the juices run clear when pierced.

Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Potatoes-
Boil the cubed potatoes in a large pot of water until fork tender. Use a potato masher to mash butter into the potatoes.

Add the cream/milk and parmesan and continue mashing. Use a large spoon to stir and incorporate anything not already well incorporated.

Voila!

Green Bean Casserole-
In a medium sauce pan, combine the green beans, butter, and flour and heat over medium heat. Add in the cream and onion powder.

Pour into a small baking dish or a couple ramekins.

Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the top in a thin-ish layer.

You can use more or fewer bread crumbs than listed...whatever you prefer. Bake at 450 for about 10 minutes, until everything is hot and the bread crumbs are slightly browned.

When everything is ready, serve it all together and enjoy! Yum!