ROSEMARY APRICOT PORK TENDERLOIN

Rosemary Apricot Pork Tenderloin image

Provided by Shaleah Cagle

Categories Pork

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 Tbsp minced freshrosemary or 1 tbsp. dried rosemary, crushed
3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
4 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 lb each)
1 c apricot preserves
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

1. In a small bowl, combine the rosemary, 1 Tbs. oil, 4 cloves garlic, salt, and pepper; brush over pork.
2. In a large ovenproof skillet, brown pork in remaining oil on all sides. Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, combine the preserves, lemon juice and 2 cloves of garlic. Brush over pork. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until the meat thermometer reads 160 degrees, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.