Pork Tenderloin Recipe
bacon wrapped tenderloin medallions topped with a cranberry port reduction, sweet potato pecan mash, sauteed broccolini
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Ingredients
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Pork Tenderloin Medallions
Cranberry Port Reduction
Sweet Potato Pecan Mash
Sauteed Broccolini
Method
Prepare Pork Medallions
- 1
Wrap the Pork
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Take the pork tenderloin and cut it into 1-inch thick medallions. Wrap each medallion with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
- 2
Sear the Medallions
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the wrapped medallions with salt and black pepper. Once the oil is hot, add the medallions and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the bacon is crispy.
- 3
Bake the Medallions
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove from the oven and let rest.
Make Cranberry Port Reduction
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberry sauce and port wine. Stir well to incorporate.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until it has reduced by half. Stir in fresh thyme and remove from heat.
- 6
Finish the Sauce
Add the butter to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth.
Prepare Sweet Potato Pecan Mash
- 7
Cook Sweet Potatoes
Peel and chop sweet potatoes into cubes. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and return to pot.
- 8
Mash Sweet Potatoes
Add butter and brown sugar to the sweet potatoes. Mash until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans and adjust seasoning with salt.
Sauté Broccolini
- 9
Prepare Broccolini
Trim the ends of the broccolini and rinse under cold water. Mince the garlic.
- 10
Sauté the Broccolini
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add broccolini, season with salt and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
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