Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Quick-roasting, herb-crusted, juicy

Prep: Cook: Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

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  • 2 pork tenderloins (about 2 lbs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Pat tenderloins dry.
  2. Mix sugar, rosemary, garlic, pepper flakes, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper.
  3. Rub with oil, then coat with spice mixture.
  4. Sear in oven-safe skillet over medium-high on all sides, .
  5. Transfer to 400°F oven. Roast until 140-145°F, .
  6. Rest . Slice into medallions.

Notes

  • Tenderloins are lean - don't overcook.
  • Sugar helps browning.

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