Herbed Pepper Rub

2 tablespoons black pepper, cracked (2-3 teaspoons ground black pepper)

2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated

2 teaspoons dried basil

2 teaspoons dried rosemary

2 teaspoons dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (1/2 t)

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pat pork dry with paper towel. 

In small bowl, combine all rub ingredients well and apply to all surfaces of the pork roast. 

Place roast in a shallow pan and roast in a 350 degrees F. oven for 20 minutes per pound, until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees F. 

Remove roast from oven; let rest about 10 minutes before slicing to serve.