I discovered this easy recipe while searching for one
that could be made while I went for a long walk or went to the gym for my class. No worries about the oven overheating while
you are gone and you come home to perfectly cooked pork tenderloin!
Get the EXACT weight of your tenderloin from the wrapper
or weigh it with a food scale – this will determine how long to roast the meat.
Preheat the oven to 500-550F degrees (depending on how
well your oven holds its temperature – I used 525F). I like to use my cast iron dutch oven for
this and have it in the oven as it is preheating.
Season the meat as desired and place it into the roast
pan/dutch oven, uncovered, in the bottom 1/3 of your preheated oven. Bake it
exactly 5 ½ minutes per pound! You can roast more than one tenderloin at a time
as long as they are not touching each other - for the same amount of time as if
you were doing just one. After roasting for the 5 1/2 minutes/lb. turn the oven off and DO NOT open the oven door for 1
hour. Remove from oven and let it rest
for 5-10 minutes to redistribute internal juices. Internal temperature should be 145F to 150F degrees (77C). You will be amazed at how tender and juicy your roast
is! I sometimes add a whole sweet
potato or two to the pot as well – it is delicious!
While the roast rests, steam some broccoli and make a quick salad - Voila!
1 lb. boneless pork tenderloin (approx.)
salt and pepper
Dry seasoning of your choice (I use Club House Pork Rub)
Till next time .......... off I go for my walk!
We like to cook pork loin so I will try this method. It sounds like such a good idea!
ReplyDeletesounds like a great no fuss meal!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a simple recipe! We love pork tenderloin so I'm dying to try this method. Thanks, Rosella!
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