4lb Pork loin cooking help

[Eric A]

I have a 4 lb bone in pork loin, my question, if I cook till center is 160 will the ends be over cooked? I planned to smoke it at 225-250 any suggestions would be appreciated

 

[Dave/G]

No need to cook to 160*. Cook to 145* in the thickest part near but not touching any bone. If you don't want to overcook, there should still be some pink to the meat. The minimum temp for safety is 140*

 

[Dwain Pannell]

I second Dave's advice.

 

[Eric A]

Thanks to the advice, will post when it's done

 

[Ryan P.K.]

Please, please, don't be like my brother and petrify the pork. Only cook the loin to 140-145. You will be happy with your results.

 

[James Mundy]

If you intend on resting it wrapped in foil for at least 30 mins, then if you want perfection then remove the meat from the smoker once it reaches an internal temp of 135f. It will continue to rise in temp by 10 degrees and will be a perfect 145f when you're ready to eat.

 

[Richard Diaz]

If you don't want the en s to burn try covering the ends with aluminum foil once they have reached your desired color.

 

[Bill Schultz]

Petrify the Pork, LMAO