Bacon-Herb Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Glaze

Name: Bacon-Herb Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head garlic, top sliced off; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1 1/2 pound each) trimmed of excess fat; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary; 12 fresh sage leaves; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 12 1/4 -inch thick slices bacon; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes, recipe follows; 2 cups fresh lemon juice; 2 cups granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest; 5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 head garlic, top sliced off
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1 1/2 pound each) trimmed of excess fat
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
12 fresh sage leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
12 1/4 -inch thick slices bacon
2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes, recipe follows
2 cups fresh lemon juice
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest
5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Place garlic in a small ramekin, drizzle with 1-tablespoon olive oil, and wrap in foil.
2
Bake until soft, about 45 minutes.
3
When cool enough to handle, squeeze garlic flesh from head into a small bowl.
4
Arrange tenderloins on work surface.
5
Rub the top each tenderloin with 1/2 of the roasted garlic and season with salt and pepper.
6
Mix together the herbs and scatter half of the mix over the garlic on each tenderloin.
7
Wrap 6 strips of bacon around each tenderloin and tie bacon in place with kitchen twine.
8
Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Heat oil in a medium, skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Sear the tenderloins until golden brown on all sides.
10
Transfer seared tenderloins to medium roasting pan; place in the oven and cook to medium doneness about 8 to10 minutes.
11
Transfer tenderloins to cutting board and let stand 10 minutes.
12
Remove twine before carving.
13
Combine juice, sugar and zest in a small non-reactive pan and reduce to 1/2 cup.
14
Set aside.
15
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss sweet potatoes in oil and roast in a large ovenproof skillet.
16
Roast until lightly golden brown and just cooked through.
17
Remove the pan from the oven and place on a burner over medium heat.
18
Add the glaze to the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
19
Saute potatoes until all are glazed.

2814

kcal

Calories

158

Fat

208

Carbs

143

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head garlic, top sliced off, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1 1/2 pound each) trimmed of excess fat, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Herb Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bacon-Herb Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes

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