My sister makes this every spring, and the meat is so tender you can cut it with a spoon using only 4 ingredients.

This 4-Ingredient Pork Loin is the essence of Midwestern comfort—succulent roasted pork bathed in a rich, savory gravy made from pantry staples, slow-baked until it’s so tender you can cut it with a spoon. Passed down through church suppers and family dinners, it’s the kind of recipe that feeds a crowd without fuss, fills your kitchen with warmth, and leaves everyone asking for seconds.
No searing. No fancy techniques. Just four ingredients, one dish, and timeless simplicity.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🥩 Fork-tender pork with minimal effort
⏱️ 10 minutes prep, then bake unattended
💛 One casserole dish = easy cleanup
💸 Costs under $12—feeds 6–8 generously
🌾 Naturally nut-free & gluten-free (use GF soup/mix)
The 4 Ingredients You Need
(9x13-inch baking dish)
3–4 lbs (1.4–1.8 kg) boneless pork loin roast
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)
1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)
½ cup (120ml) water
💡 Midwestern Wisdom:
Do NOT drain juices—they create the gravy.
Use full-fat soup—low-fat versions make sauce watery.
Place roast fat-side up—self-bastes as it cooks.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Juicy, Savory, Foolproof

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