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Flavorful Bourbon Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy bourbon maple glazed pork tenderloin paired with roasted garlic potatoes, perfect for a cozy and impressive dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (60 ml)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed (25 g)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced for glaze
  • 1 whole head garlic for roasting with potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved (680 g)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided (45 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced cloves from half the garlic head, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan.
  3. Roast potatoes in the oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.
  4. While potatoes roast, whisk together bourbon, maple syrup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a medium bowl to make the glaze. Set aside.
  5. Pat pork tenderloin dry and rub all over with salt, pepper, and remaining teaspoon of fresh thyme.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
  7. Pour half the bourbon maple glaze over pork, turning to coat. Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, basting with remaining glaze once or twice, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove pork from oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  9. Slice pork into medallions and serve with roasted garlic potatoes. Spoon pan juices and glaze over the top.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F for medium doneness. Resting the pork after cooking is essential for juicy meat. Broil potatoes for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness if desired. The glaze can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. For gluten-free, ensure Dijon mustard is GF-certified. Substitute bourbon with apple cider or whiskey if preferred.

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