Apple Pork Tenderloin in Puff Pastry is an elegant main dish recipe perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons apple juice or white wine
- 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (from 17-ounce) package, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
Preparation:
In medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 4 minutes. Add apple, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until ingredients are tender. Add thyme and apple juice or wine; cook and stir until liquid evaporates. Set aside.
Unroll pastry and roll on lightly floured surface to a 13-1/2" square. Cut into two rectangles.
Spread half of the onion mixture down the center of each rectangle and top with the tenderloin. Brush edges with the egg and bring together; press to seal. Place bundles seam side down on Silpat lined cookie sheet with sides. Brush with remaining egg.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and meat thermometer inserted into pork reads 150 degrees F. Let stand for 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve. Serves 6-8
