baked pork tenderloin
Tender baked pork tenderloin seasoned with a rub of dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, and marjoram, and baked to perfection with onions and carrots. This tasty dinner is a cinch to make and always a big hit with friends and family.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
40 Min
method
Bake
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon crushed rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into thin parts
- 2 medium yellow onions, quartered
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
How To Make baked pork tenderloin
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Step 1Mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, crushed rosemary, dried marjoram, salt, and black pepper. Using your hands, massage the rub over the whole pork tenderloin. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
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Step 2Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
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Step 3Add the pork tenderloin and vegetables to an oven-safe pan or cast-iron skillet. Arrange the vegetables on the side. Place the butter pats on the top of the seasoned pork tenderloin.
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Step 4Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature is 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Then remove the pork to a cutting board, cover, and keep warm.
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Step 5Return the vegetables to the oven for a few minutes or until tender. Slice the pork tenderloin and serve it with the vegetables.
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