CINNAMON PORK TENDERLOIN

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The marinade for this grilled pork tenderloin is laden with lots of wonderful flavors, like cinnamon, honey and garlic. It turns out perfectly every time and always impresses. -Cathleen Bushman, Geneva, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 garlic clove, minced
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Add the pork; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 4-6 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill pork, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, turning occasionally. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.