Best 15 Pork Loin With Pearl Onions And Apricots Recipes

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Pork loin with pearl onions and apricots is a classic dish with a sweet and savory flavor profile. This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal or a weeknight dinner. The pork loin is cooked until it is tender and juicy, while the pearl onions and apricots add a touch of sweetness and acidity. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

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APRICOT PORK MEDALLIONS



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There's nothing we love more than a great pork dish for supper in our house and this recipe is up there with the best of them. I find that apricot preserves gives the pork just the right amount of sweetness without being cloying. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into eight slices
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Pound pork slices with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Brown pork on each side. Remove pork from pan, reserving drippings., Add preserves, green onions, vinegar, mustard and remaining butter to pan; bring just to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Return pork to pan; cook until pork is tender. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

PORK LOIN WITH ONIONS (MARTHA STEWART - VERY GOOD) RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Pork Loin with Onions (Martha Stewart - very good) Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by LDenvir

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin, tied at 1-inch intervals
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 pound pearl or cipollini onions, peeled
1/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 wide strip orange zest
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried apricots (2 ounces)
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Pat pork dry with paper towels, sprinkle with coriander, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes total. Transfer pork to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add onions to pot. Cook, stirring, until onions are golden brown, about 3 minutes. Return pork to pot and add wine, broth, fennel seed, zest, and apricots. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and transfer to oven. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of pork reads 140 degrees, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and let rest 10 minutes. On stovetop, bring cooking liquid to a boil over medium-high and cook until slightly thickened, 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar. Thinly slice pork and serve with onions, apricots, and sauce. First published

SIMPLY ROASTED PORK LOIN ROAST WITH APRICOT GLAZE



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This was given to me by a girl at church. I tried it and couldn't believe how easy and how wonderful it was. The aroma filling the house made us all crazy waiting for it to be ready. It tasted as good as it smelled.

Provided by BamaKathy

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (3 lb) boneless pork loin, trimmed
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place the preserves in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook 10 minutes or until melted.
  • Keep warm over low heat.
  • Combine salt, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Rub evenly over pork.
  • Place pork on a rack coated with cooking spray; place rack in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Brush 1/4 cup preserves evenly over pork.
  • Bake an additional 10 minutes.
  • Brush remaining preserves evenly over pork.
  • Bake an additional 10 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 155 degrees.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 61.2, Sodium 219.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.3

APRICOT PORK TENDERLOIN



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The only way to cook tenderloin. The apricot preserves are a perfect marriage with pork. Sweet without being too sweet! A family favorite!

Provided by Hope

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds pork tenderloin
¼ cup softened butter
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon ground thyme
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 (18 ounce) jar apricot preserves
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
¼ cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread butter all over the pork tenderloin. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Combine garlic powder, apricot preserves, honey, and sherry in a separate bowl.
  • Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the pork from the oven and brush with the apricot sauce. Return the pork to the oven. Continue roasting, basting occasionally with the remaining sauce, until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 85.7 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 42.9 g

PORK LOIN WITH PEARL ONIONS AND APRICOTS



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This elegant and comforting dinner is all about the low and slow braise of a boneless pork loin. Borrowing flavors from it's flavorful base of white wine and herbs, the cut of meat emerges perfumed with fennel seed, orange zest, and dried apricots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin, tied at 1-inch intervals
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 pound pearl or cipollini onions, peeled
1/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 wide strip orange zest
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried apricots (2 ounces)
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a largeDutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil overmedium-high. Pat pork dry with papertowels, sprinkle with coriander, andseason with salt and pepper. Cook untilbrowned on all sides, about 10 minutestotal. Transfer pork to a plate. Reduceheat to medium and add onions to pot.Cook, stirring, until onions are goldenbrown, about 3 minutes.
  • Return pork to pot and add wine,broth, fennel seed, zest, and apricots.Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and transferto oven. Cook until an instant-readthermometer inserted in thickest partof pork reads 140 degrees, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer pork to a plate, tent looselywith foil, and let rest 10 minutes. Onstovetop, bring cooking liquid to a boilover medium-high and cook untilslightly thickened, 3 minutes. Stir invinegar. Thinly slice pork and servewith onions, apricots, and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35 g

HERB AND GARLIC ROAST PORK LOIN WITH ROASTED PEARS AND ONIONS



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The secret to pork loin is that it's as simple as it is exceptionally flavorful. We up the impressive presentation by rolling the loin in a buttery herbed breadcrumb mixture. Served with roasted pears, onions and garlic, it's a dish that feels special, despite its simplicity.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 clove garlic, minced, plus 2 whole heads garlic
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 large Bosc pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
1 medium onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle the pork all over with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Heat a large, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil; add the pork and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer the pork to a cutting board.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the butter, thyme, parsley, rosemary and minced garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the breadcrumbs and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer the toasted breadcrumbs to a piece of wax paper or parchment.
  • Brush the pork with the mustard and roll in the toasted breadcrumbs to coat. Return the coated pork to the center of the skillet. Halve the garlic heads crosswise, then add to a large bowl with the pears, onion, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Toss until evenly combined, then add to the skillet surrounding the pork. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 45 minutes. Transfer the pork and garlic to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the skillet with the roasted pears and onions over medium-low heat. Add the vinegar and cook until almost all the vinegar has been absorbed and the pears look glossy, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with more chopped parsley. Slice the pork and serve with the roasted garlic, pears and onions.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GLAZED ONIONS



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My husband and I love pork, especially when it's dressed up like this. Sweet apricots and glazed onions go beautifully with the juicy meat. -Janice Christofferson, Eagle River, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large sweet onions, sliced (about 8 cups)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup chopped dried apricots or golden raisins
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)

Steps:

  • In large skillet, saute onions in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in the apricots, brown sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; cook until onions are tender., Place pork tenderloins on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow roasting pan; top with onion mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-27 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK WITH SPICED APRICOTS



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A fruity twist to pork, that's made in just one pan - you could use peaches or nectarines instead of apricots

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 20m

Yield Easily doubled

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large (approx 175g) pork steaks
oil for grilling
4 ripe apricots , halved and stoned
knob of butter
pinch of dried chilli flakes
2 tsp muscovado sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium and put the pork steaks on to a large baking tray lined with foil to catch the juices. Brush with a little oil and season to taste. Arrange the apricots around the pork, cut side up. Dot the apricots with the butter, then sprinkle with the chilli and sugar.
  • Grill for 15 mins, turning the pork over half way through, until cooked and golden and the apricots are soft and sticky, but still holding their shape. Serve the apricots alongside the pork, drizzled with any sticky juices - great with vegetables and mash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 0.34 milligram of sodium

ROASTED PORK LOIN WITH PEARL ONIONS



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Mild-tasting pearl onions are about the size of marbles, and frozen ones don't require peeling. When buying pork, look for meat that's pink with a thin layer of fat on top. To make a true comfort-food meal, add fluffy mashed potatoes to the plate.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 boneless center-cut pork loin roast (2 pounds)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
1 pound frozen pearl onions, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Rub pork with salt, pepper, and 2 teaspoons mustard. On a plate, season breadcrumbs with salt and pepper. Coat top and sides of roast with breadcrumbs, leaving ends uncoated.
  • In a 9-by-13-inch roasting pan, toss onions with the oil; season with salt and pepper. Place pork in center of pan; roast 15 minutes. Turn onions; cook 10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water; stir onions to coat. Continue cooking until onions are caramelized, pork juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 140 degrees, 10 to 15 minutes more. Remove pork and onions from pan; let meat rest 20 minutes before slicing.
  • While meat is resting, add 1/2 cup water and remaining teaspoon mustard to pan. Cook over medium heat, scraping up browned bits. Stir until sauce is fully blended, 3 to 5 minutes; serve with pork and onions.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH APPLES AND ONIONS



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This is an easy, tasty main dish for the family on a weeknight. While the pork is in the oven, it's simple to steam a veggie side and prepare a quick salad.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 1/2 pound) pork tenderloins
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, or more as needed
3 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced into eighths
2 medium sweet onions, sliced vertically
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Trim all silver skin from tenderloins; pat dry using paper towels. Rub 1 teaspoon vegetable oil over the surface of each tenderloin and rub with sea salt.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute. Place tenderloins into the skillet and cook, rotating to brown all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer pork to a large plate.
  • Add remaining tablespoon oil to any drippings in the skillet. Cook apples and onions in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to turn translucent, about 5 minutes, adding a bit more oil if skillet gets dry.
  • Meanwhile, spread Dijon mustard evenly over browned tenderloins using a pastry brush. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons thyme leaves over pork. Sprinkle remaining thyme over apple mixture and add black pepper; stir gently to combine. Nestle tenderloins into the skillet with apple mixture.
  • Roast, uncovered, in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the tenderloins reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 15 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from the oven and place pork onto a plate. Cover with aluminum foil and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, pour chicken stock into a saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until reduced by 1/2, 8 to 10 minutes. Add to the skillet containing apple mixture.
  • Heat over medium-high heat until boiling, about 5 minutes; stir in butter until melted. Slice pork and serve over apple mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 562.7 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

LOIN OF PORK WITH PEACHES AND APRICOTS



Loin of Pork With Peaches and Apricots image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, roasts, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 to 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pound dried peaches and apricots, soaked overnight in water to cover
1 4-pound boneless loin of pork, rolled and tied
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sage leaves
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 cup dry white wine

Steps:

  • Simmer the dried fruits in their soaking liquid until they are tender (about 15 minutes) and allow them to cool. If the butcher has already tied the pork loin, untie it. Season the meat with salt and pepper, sprinkle with garlic and half the sage leaves and stuff it with peaches and apricots. Bind the meat again to form a roll.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using a heavy Dutch oven or enameled casserole just large enough for the pork, brown the meat under a broiler on all sides or on top of the stove. Remove it from the casserole and add the vinegar and the wine, scraping up the cooking juices over medium heat.
  • Return the pork to the casserole and cover. Cook, basting from time to time, for about two hours, or until the temperature on a meat thermometer registers 155 degrees, which is high enough to kill any trichinosis bacteria. For the last 30 minutes, uncover the pork so that it browns. Do not overcook the pork or it will be dry and tough.
  • Remove the pork from the cooking juices and put it on a platter. Keep it warm on the back of the stove. Bring the juices to a boil and skim off excess fat. Add any excess fruit to the sauce and heat through. To serve the pork, slice it thin and arrange it on a serving platter. Spoon on the sauce and decorate with chopped sage leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 496 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PORK LOIN WITH ONIONS AND DRIED APRICOTS



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GOOD TO KNOW Soaking pearl and cipollini onions in warm water for just ten minutes makes their thin, tight skin easier to remove. After soaking, simply cut off the root end and peel back the skin. If you can't find pearl or cipollini onions, you can substitute one large or two small yellow onions, each cut into eight wedges.

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin, tied at 1-inch intervals
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 pound pearl or cipollini onions, peeled (see above)
1/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup low-sodium store-bought chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 strip (1 to 2 inches) fresh orange zest
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried apricots (2 ounces)
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Pat dry pork, sprinkle with coriander, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes total. Transfer pork to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add onions to pot. Cook, stirring, until onions are golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Return pork to pot and add wine, broth, fennel seeds, orange zest, and apricots. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and transfer to oven. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of pork registers 140°F, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer pork to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest 10 minutes. Bring cooking liquid to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar.
  • Thinly slice pork against the grain and serve with onions, apricots, and sauce.
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 386
  • Fat: 19g (7g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g

ROAST PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEARL ONIONS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 whole boneless, very lean pork tenderloins, about 1 1/2 pounds
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary, or 1 teaspoon dried
1 bay leaf
12 pearl onions or small peeled white onions
8 small waxy red potatoes, peeled
1/4 cup chicken broth, fresh or canned

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Sprinkle tenderloins with salt and pepper.
  • Put the tenderloins in a small roasting pan large enough to hold them side by side, and brush with oil. Sprinkle evenly with cumin and rosemary. Add bay leaf. Cook the pork over medium heat on top of the stove, turning so the pieces are lightly browned all over. Put in the oven.
  • Meanwhile, put the onions and potatoes in a saucepan. Cover with water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Scatter the onions and potatoes around the meat. Turn the pork, and continue baking 30 minutes, basting once in a while.
  • Drain fat from the pan, and discard bay leaf. Add chicken broth, return to the oven, and bake 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven, and cut pork crosswise into slices. Sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately with onions, potatoes and pan gravy.

ROAST PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEARS AND DRIED APRICOTS



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Categories     Fruit     Pork     Roast     Dinner     Dried Fruit     Pear     Apricot     Meat     Pork Tenderloin     Fall     Winter     Anniversary     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
4 teaspoonsRas el Hanout
5 ripe pears, peeled, cored, each cut into 6 wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
9 ounces dried apricots, soaked in warm water 30 minutes, drained, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 cups canned beef broth
1/4 cup honey
2 1-pound pork tenderloins
1/2 cup slivered almonds (about 4 ounces), toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons ras el hanout and stir 1 minute. Add pears and sauté until tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Transfer pears to plate.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same pot over medium heat. Add onion and apricots. Sauté until onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add broth and honey. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Return pears to pot. Remove from heat. (Sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 2 teaspoons ras el hanout in small bowl to blend. Rub mixture all over pork tenderloins. Transfer pork to roasting pan. Roast until meat thermometer inserted into center of pork registers 155°F, about 30 minutes. Transfer pork to cutting board. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, reheat sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cut pork crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Divide pork among 6 plates. Spoon sauce and pears over pork. Sprinkle with almonds.

ROSEMARY PORK LOIN WITH APRICOTS AND CRANBERRIES



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This is a slightly different recipe than any I've tried before. The combination of the garlic and the fruit is really pleasing. The recipe is originally from Pam Anderson (no, not of Baywatch fame!) USA Weekend Columnist.

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Pork

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (8 lb) whole boneless pork loin, patted dry,at room temperature
1 tablespoon kosher salt (divided)
fresh ground pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary (divided)
16 dried apricots (roughly chopped)
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup apple jelly
1/4 cup port wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons apple jelly
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • You will also need: Heavy kitchen string or twine.
  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Turn pork loin fat-side down.
  • Slit lengthwise, almost but not quite all the way through, to form a long pocket, leaving a 1/2-inch border of unslit meat at each end.
  • Brush cavity with some of the oil, and sprinkle generously with half the salt and pepper and 1 Tb.
  • of the rosemary.
  • Line cavity with sauteed garlic and apricots; sprinkle in cranberries.
  • Tie loin together with kitchen twine or heavy-duty string at 1 1/2-inch intervals.
  • Brush with remaining oil, and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  • Set roast, fat-side up, diagonally or curved (so it fits) on a large, lipped cookie sheet or jellyroll pan.
  • Warm 1/4 cup apple jelly along with the minced garlic and remaining rosemary.
  • Brush mixture onto meat.
  • Roast until a meat thermometer stuck into the center registers 125 to 130 degrees.
  • (Start checking at about 1 1/2 hours.) Remove from oven; raise oven temperature to 400 degrees.
  • Brush loin with pan drippings, return to oven, and continue to roast until the loin is golden brown and a meat thermometer stuck into the center registers 155 to 160 degrees, about 20 minutes longer.
  • For even more attractive coloring, broil until spotty brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Let roast rest 15 to 20 minutes; transfer to a carving board.
  • Stir juices around pan to loosen brown bits.
  • Pour through a strainer into a small pan, and stir in port, chicken broth and remaining 2 Tbs.
  • of jelly; bring to a simmer.
  • Mix cornstarch with the cold water; whisk into sauce.
  • Simmer until lightly thickened.
  • Slice pork and serve with a little sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.5, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 577.1, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 8.2, Protein 45.3

Tips:

- For best results, use a good quality pork loin roast. - If you don't have pearl onions, you can use small white onions instead. Just peel them and cut them in half. - If you don't have dried apricots, you can use other dried fruits, such as raisins, cherries, or currants. - Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the pork loin. This will prevent it from cooking evenly. - Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork loin is cooked to your desired doneness. - Let the pork loin rest for a few minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

This pork loin with pearl onions and apricots is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its tender pork, sweet and savory sauce, and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pork loin roast.
  • If you don't have pearl onions, use small white onions instead.
  • If you don't have dried apricots, use other dried fruits, such as raisins, cherries, or currants.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the pork loin.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork loin is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Let the pork loin rest for a few minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

This pork loin with pearl onions and apricots is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its tender pork, sweet and savory sauce, and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

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