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Well, let me tell you, if you ain’t tried apple butter pork tenderloin, you are missin’ out! This here dish is just so easy, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. We all love a good piece of meat, don’t we? And when you slather it with some sweet apple butter, oh boy, it’s like a hug on a plate!
First things first, you gotta get yourself a nice pork tenderloin. You know, the kind that’s tender and juicy. Ain’t nothin’ worse than tough meat, right? Just go to your local store, or even better, the butcher, and pick out a good one. You can usually find them wrapped up nice and neat. Make sure it’s about a pound or so. That’ll feed a family just fine!
Now, you also need some apple butter. You can make it yourself if you’re feelin’ crafty, but you can also just buy it in a jar. There’s no shame in that! Just make sure it’s the good stuff, thick and creamy, not too runny. Apple butter is just like a smooth jam, with all that fruity goodness mixed in. It’s got spices in it too, which makes everything better.
Next, we get to cookin’. Preheat your oven to 400°F. That’s about the right temperature to get things goin’! While the oven’s heating up, take your pork tenderloin and give it a good rinse under cold water. Pat it dry with a paper towel. You want it dry so the apple butter sticks well. Then, rub a little salt and pepper on it. Simple as that!
Now, here comes the fun part. Grab that apple butter and slather it all over the pork. Don’t be shy! Coat it good on all sides. You want every bite to taste like fall! Once it’s all covered, you can put it in a skillet if you’ve got one that can go in the oven. If not, just use a baking dish. Either way, it’s gotta be oven-safe.
Put that skillet or dish in the oven and let it bake for about 25 to 30 minutes. You want it to reach a nice 145°F in the middle. That way, it’s cooked through but still juicy. While it’s cookin’, your house is gonna smell so good, folks will be knockin’ at your door tryin’ to find out what’s cookin’!
Once it’s done, take it out and let it rest for about 5 to 10 minutes. This is important, so don’t rush it! Resting helps the juices settle, so when you cut it, it don’t all run out. Slice it up nice and thin, and you’ll see that beautiful glaze from the apple butter.
Now, what to serve with it? Well, you can’t go wrong with some mashed potatoes. Just boil some potatoes, mash ’em up, and add a little butter and milk. You can also whip up some green beans or corn. A nice salad on the side works too. You want to balance that sweetness from the apple butter with something fresh.
And there you have it! Apple butter pork tenderloin that’s sure to impress. It’s a dish for a Sunday dinner or even a special occasion. Folks will be askin’ for the recipe, and you can just smile and say it’s a little bit of love from your kitchen. Happy cookin’!
Quick Tips:
- Use fresh apple butter for the best flavor.
- Let the pork rest after cooking for juicier meat.
- Pair it with simple sides like potatoes or green veggies.
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Tags：[apple butter, pork tenderloin, easy recipe, comfort food, fall recipes]
