Pork Tenderloin With Spicy Apricot Glaze

1. 1

   Heat the toaster oven (or conventional oven) to 400u00b0.

2. 2

   Place the pork tenderloin in a shallow ovenproof dish.

3. 3

   Cut 6 (1-inch) slits evenly spaced across the top, insert the garlic pieces, and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

4. 4

   Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes while the oven is heating.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and cumin. (If the preserves are still thick, add more lemon juice; don't add too much, though, because the mixture should remain dense, not be runny.)

6. 6

   Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

7. 7

   Set aside.

8. 8

   Coat the tenderloin with olive oil and roast for 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and spread evenly with the apricot mixture.

10. 10

    Return the pork to the oven and roast for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160u00b0F.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and let rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.