PORTUGUESE PORK TENDERLOIN

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I won a contest to attend a cooking school in Portugal, where the chef laughed at all ideas of cooking light. This is my version of one his recipe, where I cut back on the olive oil and heavy cream. It reminds me of the flavors of Miguel's roast, but I don't feel guilty about eating it.-Jessie Grearson-Sapat, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups dry red wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup tawny port wine or grape juice
1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes)
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Additional fresh rosemary sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large bowl; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the red wine, port wine, plums and rosemary. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1 cup, about 25-30 minutes. Remove rosemary and discard. Transfer to a blender; cover and process until smooth. Set aside., Sprinkle pork with remaining pepper and salt. In a large skillet, brown pork in remaining oil; remove and keep warm., Add the broth, cream cheese, cream and plum mixture to skillet; cook over medium-low heat until blended. Return pork to the pan; cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Serve pork and sauce with potatoes. Garnish with additional rosemary if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 49g protein.

Rennie Srigiri
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Carole Neuok
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaju Khan
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This dish is a bit more work than I usually like to put into a weeknight meal, but it's worth it. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is amazing.


Richard Williams
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always delicious. The pork is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful.


Skullrillx_Online TM
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This is my go-to recipe for pork tenderloin. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abdul Ilemona
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the pork always turns out perfect. The sauce is also delicious.


Sylvia Ogo
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Oliver Nabuwembo
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the pork and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Rashed Robin78
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This dish was delicious! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mk Nayem
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I love this recipe! The pork is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Jenaya Durand
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork turned out great! It was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious.


Ndungu Ngaluya
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mer Baz
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Bereket Tadele
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The pork was very tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Habtamu Gadisa
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a delicious meal.


Rayshun tmacduce
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Taegen Wise
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Janat Gul
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the tender pork and flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Lawfulplum
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This Portuguese pork tenderloin was a hit at my dinner party! The meat was tender and juicy, and the flavors were incredible. I especially loved the combination of garlic, paprika, and oregano.


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