This recipe isn’t just a pork tenderloin recipe, it’s the secret to the juiciest, most flavorful pork tenderloin you’ll ever make. Packed with vegetables and a creamy sauce, this dish is sure to impress your friends and family, and leave them begging for the recipe!
It all started with a challenge. My friend, Sarah, the queen of dinner parties, declared she was making the “juiciest, most flavorful pork tenderloin anyone has ever tasted.” Now, I love a good pork dish, but I also know Sarah has a tendency to be… dramatic. So, I decided to accept her challenge. I spent days combing through cookbooks and recipe websites, determined to create a pork tenderloin so good, it would leave Sarah speechless (or at least, slightly impressed).
This recipe is the result of that quest. It’s not just another pork tenderloin recipe – it’s a symphony of flavors and textures. The perfectly seasoned pork melts in your mouth, while the creamy sauce and roasted vegetables add a delicious depth. And let’s not forget the crispy bacon and gooey cheese topping – pure heaven!
So, whether you’re looking to impress your friends at your next dinner party, or simply want a delicious and satisfying meal for your family, this recipe is for you. It’s easy to follow, requires minimal prep work, and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Trust me, even Sarah was impressed (though she’ll never admit it!). Now, let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 kg pork fillet
- Vegetable oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 200 g mushrooms, sliced
- 200 ml milk
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 250 g bacon, chopped100
- g cheese, grated
- Salt
- Pepper
- Thyme and Italian herbs
- Paprika
Instructions
- Prep the Pork: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). In a bowl, season the pork fillet generously with salt, pepper, thyme, Italian herbs, and paprika.
- Sear the Pork: Heat a pan with vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork fillet on all sides until golden brown. This should take about 5 minutes per side.
- Sauté the Vegetables: While the pork sears, in a separate pan, saute the chopped onions and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Deglaze the Pan: Once the vegetables are softened, pour in the milk and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This deglazes the pan and adds extra flavor to the sauce.
- Assemble the Dish: In a baking dish, spread the chopped potatoes in an even layer. Top with the sauteed vegetables and milk mixture. Finally, place the seared pork fillet on top.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with parchment paper or foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Brown the Top: After 30 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and take off the foil. Top the dish with chopped bacon and grated cheese. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bacon is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the pork is cooked through and the cheese is melted, remove the dish from the oven. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot. Enjoy!
Tips
- For an extra juicy pork tenderloin, don’t overcook it. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork. It is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- You can substitute chicken or beef broth for the milk in this recipe.
- If you don’t have fresh thyme or Italian herbs, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme and 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as broccoli, zucchini, or peas.
