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Apricot- and Pear- Glazed Pork

Recipe is by Julie Kay.

Serves. 6 to 8.

1 (3- to 4-lb.) whole boneless pork loin
1/2 tbl. cracked black pepper
1 (18-oz.) jar apricot preserves
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (5.5-oz.) can pear nectar
Additional sliced bell pepper for garnish, optional

1. Put pork loin in slow cooker. Sprinkle with black pepper and spread 1/2 jar of apricot preserves on pork.

2. Add chopped bell pepper and pear nectar to the slow cooker.

3. Cook on Low for 6 hours. Top with remaining preserves and cook an additional hour or two, as needed.

4. Remove from cooker and serve. Garnish with fresh bell pepper slices, if desired.