Description
Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce is a luxurious yet easy-to-make dish that promises to elevate any meal. Picture succulent pork tenderloin, perfectly seared and smothered in a creamy, tangy Dijon sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, pairing wonderfully with roasted veggies or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete culinary experience. Get ready to impress family and friends with this delightful dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/3 tsp dried thyme)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the pork from the skillet; add minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream until well combined. Add thyme.
- Return the pork to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Serve hot with sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg