Slow Cooker Pork Loin

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To make the pork loin: Pat pork loin dry with paper towel

Rub evenly with spices

Carefully wrap bacon slices around pork loin or simply lay across the pork loin in the slow cooker

Add onions to slow cooker along with chicken broth and apricot preserves

Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8

Remove from slow cooker and slice to serve

To make gravy: Strain the leftover juices into a saucepan and bring to a simmer

Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or tapioca flour with 1 tablespoon water until smooth

Whisk into gravy mixture

Continue whisking until gravy is thickened and bubbly