SPINACH PORK TENDERLOIN

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Stuffed with fresh spinach and artichoke hearts, these pork slices look fancy enough for guests. -Linda Rae Lee of San Francisco, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups torn fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SAUCE:
1/2 cup thawed apple-cranberry juice concentrate
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook the spinach in 1/4 cup water over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until wilted; drain well. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, artichokes, Parmesan cheese and rosemary; set aside., Cut a lengthwise slit down center of tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open meat so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness; remove plastic. Sprinkle meat with 1/4 teaspoon salt; top with spinach mixture. , Close meat; tie with kitchen string and secure ends with toothpicks. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt. Place in skillet. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Pour over the meat. Bake until a thermometer reads 145°, 10 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Candice Dawson
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This is one of my favorite pork tenderloin recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of spinach, feta, and pork. It's a perfect dish for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.


r2k robin
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I love this recipe! The pork is always tender and juicy, and the spinach and feta filling is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Stefanos Tsoupidis
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The pork is cooked to perfection and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nisha Thapa
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the spinach and feta filling is delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus and it was a perfect meal.


Omar Sanyang
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I made this recipe for my husband's birthday dinner and he loved it! He said it was the best pork tenderloin he's ever had. The spinach and feta filling was so flavorful and the pork was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


AHMED SHIFAT
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the spinach and feta filling is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mohammad zeshan
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I loved this recipe! The spinach and feta filling really made the dish. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a delicious meal.


Sabrina Machado
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This is one of my favorite pork tenderloin recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of spinach, feta, and pork. It's a perfect dish for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.


Ramkumargupta Gupta
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the spinach and feta filling was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Frances Fagg
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The pork was tender and the spinach and feta filling was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus and it was a perfect meal.


exotic shark
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This pork tenderloin was a hit with my family! The spinach and feta filling was flavorful and juicy, and the pork was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.