Instructions

  1. Set oven to 350°F.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients; set aside.
  3. Cut slits in top of roast; insert the garlic strips.
  4. Combine flour, salt, sugar, pepper and mustard; rub over roast.
  5. Place the roast on a rack, in a shallow roasting pan.
  6. Bake, uncovered at 350°F, or until a meat thermometer reads 160°F.
  7. Brush applesauce mixture (this mixture can be doubled if desired) over the roast during the last half hour of baking.
  8. Remove the roast to serving platter; slice.