LIVING A CREATIVE LIFE
WITH SUZANNE CLARK
Spiced Honey Butter Pork Tenderloin with Peaches
Ingredients
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1 stick of Unsalted Challenge Butter
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1 Tablespoon of grated fresh ginger
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½ teaspoon of cinnamon
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1 Tablespoon of fresh thyme, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish (lemon thyme can be substituted)
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2 Tablespoons of honey
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1 Tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
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2 Tablespoons of vegetable oil
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2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins
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1 teaspoon of salt
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1 teaspoon of fresh ground pepper
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4 fresh peaches, pitted and cut in half
Directions
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In a saucepan over medium heat, add butter, ginger, cinnamon, thyme, honey, and balsamic and cook until butter is melted to create the Spiced Honey Butter.
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Pat the tenderloins dry with a paper towel. Brush loins with oil and season all sides with salt and pepper. Place loins on a hot grill, in a grill pan, or cast-iron pan over high heat. Grill or sear the outside for about 10 minutes, reduce heat to medium-high and cook for 5 minutes more or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees, turning loins as they brown. If using a pan, add more oil to the pan as needed.
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Brush loins with 2 Tablespoons of the prepared butter to caramelize outside. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil as the meat rests for at least 5 minutes.
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Place peaches on the hot surface in the same pan or on the grill. Cook on both sides for 2-4 minutes or until the outside is caramelized.
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To serve, slice pork loin on a serving platter with grilled peaches. Pour any accumulated juices from pork into the glaze and stir. Drizzle Spiced Honey Butter over pork tenderloin and peaches.
Yield: 4 Servings
Chefs Tips:
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If you prefer chicken, feel free to substitute 4 chicken breasts. Lower the temperature to medium and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Glaze as directed in the recipe and serve with peaches.
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If you cannot find fresh peaches, canned peaches will also work. Make sure to drain them and pat them dry with a paper towel before cooking. For variety, try using plums as well!
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If you like things on the spicy side, add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne, or ½ teaspoon of chipotle powder to the butter to shake things up!