Pork Tenderloin With Caramelized Pears And Pear-Bra

Name: Pork Tenderloin With Caramelized Pears And Pear-Brandy Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut crosswise into; 1-inch slices.; 4 tablespoons(1/2 stick)butter; 4 firm but ripe large pears, peeled, halved, cored, cut into 1/3 inch-thick wedges.; 1 teaspoon sugar.; 1/2 cup chopped shallots.; 1 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.; 1/4 cup pear eau-de-vie (clear pear brandy) or pear schnapps.; 1 cup whipping cream.; 1/3 cup pear nectar.

Servings: persons

1
Place pork slices between plastic wrap. Using meat mallet, pound pork slices to 1/4 inch thickness.
2
Melt 2 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add pears and sugar; saute until pears are tender and deep golden, about 8 minutes.
3
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in another large nonstick skillet over high heat. Season pork with salt and pepper. Working in batches, add pork to skillet; saute just until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to plate. Cover. Reduce heat to medium. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet. Add shallots and thyme; saute 2 minutes. Add eau-de-vie; boil until reduced to glaze, scraping up any browned bits, about 2 minutes. Add cream and pear nectar; boil until thickeded to sauce consistency, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Reheat pears if necessary. Spoon into center of platter. Arrange pork around pears. Pour sauce over pork.

1272

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut crosswise into, 1-inch slices., 4 tablespoons(1/2 stick)butter, 4 firm but ripe large pears, peeled, halved, cored, cut into 1/3 inch-thick wedges., and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin With Caramelized Pears And Pear-Brandy Cream Sauce 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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Pork Tenderloin With Caramelized Pears And Pear-Brandy Cream Sauce

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