Description
A tender oven-baked pork tenderloin coated in a rich and creamy Dijon sauce, perfectly balanced with herbs and garlic for a comforting and elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix Dijon mustard, heavy cream, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the pork.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice and serve with the creamy Dijon sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Let the pork rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Use a meat thermometer for best accuracy.
- Add a splash of cream when reheating to maintain sauce texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: pork tenderloin, dijon cream sauce, oven baked pork, creamy pork recipe, easy dinner
