PORK WITH SAVORY QUINCE COMPOTE

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White wine boosts the warm flavors of quince and rosemary in this sweet, savory compote or chutney for pork tenderloin. This dressed-up dish from our Test Kitchen makes a sophisticated but simple entree for special guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 cups compote).

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
COMPOTE:
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 medium quinces, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup honey
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, thyme, ginger and pepper; sprinkle over pork. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan lined with heavy-duty foil. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes. Uncover; simmer 25-30 minutes longer or until quinces are tender and liquid is thickened. Discard bay leaf., Let pork stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with compote.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 677mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Wgajajs Shjwjs
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Overall, this was a great recipe. The pork was cooked perfectly and the quince compote was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Rehmatullah Facho
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The pork was tender and juicy, and the compote was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Liyun Xiao
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar in the compote next time.


Wanjama
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Not a fan of quince, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The quince compote was actually quite delicious, and it paired well with the pork. I'll definitely be making this again.


Laiba Mujahid
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. My family loved the combination of pork and quince, and the compote was a great way to add some sweetness to the dish.


M Sawl
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the compote was the perfect accompaniment. This dish is definitely going into my regular rotation.


Toya Burg
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The pork was a bit dry for my taste, but the quince compote was divine! I'll try this recipe again, but I'll cook the pork for a shorter amount of time.


Mrlal
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the tender pork and the delicious compote. Will definitely be making this again.


Ihsan Baloch
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I've tried many pork recipes, but this one is definitely a keeper. The quince compote gave the pork a wonderfully sweet and tangy flavor that I've never tasted before. Highly recommend!


Celia Cabrera
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This pork and quince compote dish was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the meat was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the combination of sweet and savory, and the quince compote added a unique and delicious twist t