_Adjusts apron with a smile_
Oh my goodness, y’all! Let me tell you about this absolutely divine recipe that had my family fighting over the last bits on their plates. As a busy mom who loves cooking up a storm, I’m always looking for those special dishes that feel fancy but won’t keep me chained to the kitchen all day.
Today, I’m sharing my secret weapon: a mouthwatering Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables and Honey-Garlic Sauce. Trust me, this one’s a total show-stopper! 💁♀️
What You’ll Need:
– 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)
– Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
– 4 cloves of garlic (because who’s counting?)
– Rainbow carrots
– Parsnips
– Golden potatoes
– Olive oil
– Salt and pepper
– Honey
– Butter
– White wine (one for the sauce, one for the chef! 😉)
Let me walk you through this, bestie!
First, pat those tenderloins dry and season them generously. Mix your chopped herbs with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a paste. Slather that goodness all over the meat like you’re giving it a spa treatment!
While your oven’s heating to 400°F, chop those gorgeous root veggies into similar-sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any leftover herbs.
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Now, here’s where the magic happens: Sear the tenderloins in a hot skillet until they’re golden brown on all sides. Transfer them to a baking sheet with your prepared veggies, and pop it all in the oven for about 25-30 minutes.
While that’s cooking, let’s make our sauce (this is where things get really good!). In the same skillet, add butter, remaining garlic, a splash of white wine, and honey. Let it reduce until it’s thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Once the pork reaches 145°F, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle that heavenly sauce over everything and watch your family’s eyes light up!
Y’all, I cannot even tell you how amazing your kitchen will smell! This recipe is definitely going into my “How to Impress the In-Laws” collection! 🏆
The best part? While it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant, you didn’t have to spend hours in the kitchen or break the bank. That’s what I call a win-win!
If you tried this recipe, pretty please drop a comment below and let me know how it turned out! Did your family love it as much as mine did? Did you add your own special twist? I absolutely love hearing from you all!
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Until next time, keep cooking with love (and maybe a little sass)! 💕
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