SPINACH-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN

Spinach-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin image

Provided by CulinaryExplorer

Categories Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin
1/2 teaspoon celery salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
4 slices provolone cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
1 ounce deli ham (2 thin slices)

Steps:

Cut a lengthwise slit down center of tenderloin to within 1/2 inches of bottom. Open tenderloin so lays flat, then on each half make another lengthwise slit down the center to within 1/2 inches of bottom. Cover with plastic wrap.
Flatten to 1/4 inch thickness, remove wrap, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoons each celery salt, garlic powder and pepper, then layer with cheese, spinach and ham. Press down gently.
Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie the roast at 1 1/2 in to 2 inches intervals with kitchen string. Sprinkle with remaining seasonings and place on a rack in a shallow baking pan.
Bake uncovered, at 425°F for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°F Transfer to serving platter, and allow to stand for 10 minutes before removing strings and slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.3, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 98.2, Sodium 405.3, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 32.1