GLAZED PORK ON SWEET POTATO BEDS

Glazed Pork on Sweet Potato Beds image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium apple, peeled and cut into 8 pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
PORK:
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons wasabi mustard
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cut into 1-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes and apple in a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook just until tender, 10-12 minutes. Drain. Mash potatoes and apple. Add the next five ingredients; keep warm., Stir water into cornstarch until smooth; add syrup, mustard, soy sauce and pepper. Add pork; stir to coat., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork. Add garlic; cook until meat is no longer pink, 3-5 minutes longer. Serve with sweet potatoes and pan juices.,