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Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
A stuffed pork tenderloin rolled with spinach and cheese, seared and roasted into pinwheels.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
25
min
Active Time
55
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Oven
METHOD
Why It Works
Butterflying and rolling the tenderloin tucks a savory spinach-cheese filling into every slice. Searing before roasting gives a golden crust and even cooking.
Quick Fixes
Filling spilling out: tie the roll with kitchen twine.
Tenderloin dry: pull at 145°F and rest.
Ingredients
Protein
Seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, for searing
Vegetables
Filling
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan
Topping
How to Make It
1
Heat the oven to 400°F.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and cook the spinach and garlic until wilted, then let cool.
3
Stir the spinach into the cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
4
Butterfly the tenderloin, pound it even, and season with salt and pepper.
5
Spread the filling over the tenderloin, roll it up, and tie with kitchen twine.
6
Heat the remaining oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high and sear the roll on all sides.
7
Transfer to the oven and roast 20 to 25 minutes until it reaches 145°F.
8
Rest 5 minutes, remove the twine, then slice into pinwheels and top with parsley.
Store
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat gently in a 325°F oven with a splash of broth.
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Avo's Tip
Tie the rolled tenderloin with twine so it holds its shape and slices into clean pinwheels.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• How do I butterfly it?
Slice the tenderloin lengthwise without cutting through, then open it like a book and pound it even.
• Can I change the filling?
Yes. Sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, or different cheeses all work.
• What should I serve with it?
Roasted potatoes, a salad, or green beans.
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
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1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3 cups baby spinach
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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2 tablespoons olive oil, for searing
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1
Heat the oven to 400°F.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and cook the spinach and garlic until wilted, then let cool.
3
Stir the spinach into the cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
4
Butterfly the tenderloin, pound it even, and season with salt and pepper.
5
Spread the filling over the tenderloin, roll it up, and tie with kitchen twine.
6
Heat the remaining oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high and sear the roll on all sides.
7
Transfer to the oven and roast 20 to 25 minutes until it reaches 145°F.
8
Rest 5 minutes, remove the twine, then slice into pinwheels and top with parsley.
25
min
active
55
min
total
4
servings
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