Pork Tenderloin With Tortellini In Pesto Meal

Name: Pork Tenderloin With Tortellini In Pesto Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Pork Tenderloin per 2 people; 1/2 pound fresh, frozen or boxed Tortellini of your choice per 2 people; 1/2 pound fresh green beans per 2 people; 2 bunches of green onions; 1 handfull of shiatke mushrooms per 2 people; Low Sodium Teriyaki Sauce; 1 T chopped garlic; Low Sodium Chicken bouillon powder; 1/4 cup chopped shallots; 2 T chopped fresh tarragon; Balsamic vinegar; 2 T pesto sauce; Kosher salt (or whatever kind you like); Olive Oil; Coarse Ground Black Pepper; Butter; Wine

Servings: persons

1 Pork Tenderloin per 2 people
1/2 pound fresh, frozen or boxed Tortellini of your choice per 2 people
1/2 pound fresh green beans per 2 people
2 bunches of green onions
1 handfull of shiatke mushrooms per 2 people
Low Sodium Teriyaki Sauce
1 T chopped garlic
Low Sodium Chicken bouillon powder
1/4 cup chopped shallots
2 T chopped fresh tarragon
Balsamic vinegar
2 T pesto sauce
Kosher salt (or whatever kind you like)
Olive Oil
Coarse Ground Black Pepper
Butter
Wine

1
Pork Tenderloin
2
After seasoning with peper, garlic, and 1 bunch chopped green onions, marinate in Teriyaki for at least a half hour (note--the longer the saltier)
3
Grill to desired doneness (8 min per side on a Weber gas grill set to MOM, yields Med Rare)
4
Saute peppered garlic and green onions in butter and olive oil until soft and color changes. Add chopped mushrooms and continue saute until soft. Turn to high, sprinkle with bouillon powder,add wine (your flavor, and burn off. Add some water for volume and reduce to sauce.
5
Tortellini
6
Cook pasta per directions, drain, and mix in pesto--Done!
7
Serve warm.
8
Green Beans
9
Pre-heat oven to 450. Spread out cleaned and trimmed beans in a roasting pan. Coat with olive oil, season with salt pepper and half shallots. Cook unitl crisp (yes like french fries--beans may blacken a bit, mixing occasionaly--pay attention at the end. (this takes about 15 to 20 min until done). Using a slotted spoon, transfer beans to a mixing bowl, add remaining shallots, tarragon, balsamic to coat and sprinkle with Kosher salt to taste. Combine.
10
One last note--I usually have a glass of wine or two while cooking---I highly suggest this as it tends to make mistakes go away!

141

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* 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.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Pork Tenderloin per 2 people, 1/2 pound fresh, frozen or boxed Tortellini of your choice per 2 people, 1/2 pound fresh green beans per 2 people, 2 bunches of green onions, and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin With Tortellini In Pesto Meal falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!