Roast Pork Loin with Applesauce

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2 tablespoons vegetable oil

One 3-pound boneless center cut pork loin, trimmed and tied

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 medium onion, sliced

1 carrot, sliced

1 stalk celery, sliced

3 cloves garlic, smashed

3 sprigs fresh sage

3 sprigs fresh thyme

1/2 cup dry white wine

1 cup chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned

1 to 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard

1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and diced

4 cups Applesauce or store bought, recipe follows

Applesauce:

2 1/2 pounds tart red skinned apples, such as Macintosh

3 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice