Seared Pork Tenderloin with Pomegranate Glaze

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   Preheat oven to 350F.

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   In a large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high.

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   Pat dry pork and generously season with salt and pepper; cook until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes.

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   Transfer skillet to oven, and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of tenderloin registers 140F, 10 to 15 minutes.

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   Remove pork from oven, place it on a plate, and tent with foil.

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   Add pomegranate juice, molasses, and currants to skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

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   Cook until sauce is thickened to a glaze (it should coat the back of a spoon and hold a line drawn through it with your finger), 5 to 6 minutes.

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   To serve, slice pork against the grain, and drizzle with glaze.

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   Youll find bottled pomegranate juice in most supermarkets and health-food stores.

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    Check the ingredients list, and select one without added sugar, other juices, or preservatives.

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    (Per Serving)

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    Calories: 241

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    Fat: 7.3g (1.8g Saturated Fat)

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    Protein: 24.4g

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    Carbohydrates: 19.3g

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    Fiber: 0.6g

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.