Fig and blue cheese stuffed pork tenderloin is a delectable dish that combines the sweet and juicy flavors of figs with the tangy and salty notes of blue cheese, all wrapped in a succulent pork tenderloin. This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal or a romantic dinner, and it is sure to impress your guests with its elegant presentation and mouthwatering flavors. The combination of sweet and savory ingredients creates a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds.
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FIG AND BLUE CHEESE STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is a wonderful recipe that I found in Cooking Light Magazine. It's easy to prepare, few ingredients and has a beautiful presentation. I've served this with wild rice and steamed green beans with garlic. Enjoy!
Provided by Cookin in NJ
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Butterfly the pork by slicing it in half lengthwise, cutting to, but not through, the other side. Open the halves (like a book), laying pork flat.
- Place pork between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Sprinkle the figs and blue cheese over the pork, leaving about a 1/2-inch margin around the outside edges. Roll up the pork lengthwise, like a jelly-roll. (I tucked in the sides prior to rolling to keep stuffing in, but this is optional.) Secure at 2-inch intervals with twine. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper, and place on a foil-lined pan coated with cooking spray.
- The original recipe called for baking it at 450°F for 20 minutes, however, I've found the tenderloin to still be raw in some areas, so I've adjusted the pre-jelly cooking time to about 25-30 minutes. Use a thermometer to gauge.
- Remove the pork from the oven and brush with the melted apple jelly. Return the pork to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the thermometer reads 160°F (slightly pink). Keep an eye on the pork if cooking for longer than the additional 5 minutes because I've found the apple jelly that melts onto the pan will begin to burn.
- Remove the pork from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes. Remove the twine and cut the pork into 1 inch slices, or to the thickness of your liking.
- Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 3 1-inch slices).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 588.5, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 11.7, Protein 27.7
FIG AND BLUE CHEESE-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. Slice the pork in half lengthwise, cutting to, but not through, other side. Open the halves, laying pork flat. Place pork between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Sprinkle figs and blue cheese over pork, leaving a 1/2-inch margin around outside edges. Roll up the pork, jelly-roll fashion, starting with long side. Secure at 2-inch intervals with twine. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper, and place on a foil-lined jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 20 minutes. Brush jelly over the pork. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160° (slightly pink). Let stand for 10 minutes. Discard twine; cut pork into 12 (1-inch-thick) slices.
BACON/BLUE CHEESE STUFFED PORK LOIN
Make and share this Bacon/Blue Cheese Stuffed Pork Loin recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Fishgettersgirl
Categories Pork
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- To prepare the stuffing, place all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well mixed.
- Butterfly (cut lengthwise almost all the way through) the pork loin. Butterfly again on the left side and on the right side.
- Spread the stuffing evenly over the loin. Roll the loin up like a jelly roll and tie securely at 2-to-3 inch intervals with kitchen twine.
- Place the loin in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with garlic salt and black pepper.
- Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until internal temperature is 150-155°F Let stand for 1 minutes.
- Slice the pork, removing twine as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 132.9, Sodium 353.6, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 39
BALSAMIC-GLAZED FIG & PORK TENDERLOIN
I have a huge fig tree that produces an abundance of figs. One year I tried drying some and developed this sweet and smoky recipe as a result. Now it's a regular at family gatherings. -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 12 kabobs.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut pork into 1-in. cubes. Combine next seven ingredients; rub over pork. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to grill. Meanwhile, make a glaze by whisking vinegar, honey, mustard and oil. Set aside., On water-soaked wooden skewers, thread pork cubes and fig halves. Grill, covered, on a greased rack over medium-high direct heat, turning occasionally, until a thermometer reads 145°, 8-10 minutes. During last half of grilling, brush cooked surfaces frequently with glaze., Let skewers stand for 5 minutes; add a tomato to each. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle lightly with blue cheese and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
Tips:
- To ensure the pork tenderloin is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should read 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check the doneness of the pork by making a small cut into the center. The juices should run clear, not pink.
- To prevent the bacon from becoming too crispy, cook it over medium heat and flip it frequently.
- If you don't have a kitchen torch, you can also broil the pork tenderloin for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For a more flavorful dish, use a variety of figs, such as black mission figs, Calimyrna figs, or Kadota figs.
- If you don't like blue cheese, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as brie, cheddar, or goat cheese.
Conclusion:
Fig and blue cheese stuffed pork tenderloin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet figs, tangy blue cheese, and savory pork is sure to please everyone at your table. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give fig and blue cheese stuffed pork tenderloin a try!
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