How To Prepare
Directions:
Combine crushed garlic, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil, and pepper; mix well.
Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within 1/2- inch of bottom (careful not to cut all the way through). Open tenderloin so it lies flat. On each half, make another, lengthwise slit down the center to within 1/2-inch of bottom; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness with a mallet.
Remove plastic wrap; spread 1/2 of the garlic/Dijon mixture on the inside of the pork. Layer the spinach on top, press down gently.
Roll up pork jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie the roast at 1-1/2-inch to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string.
Season lightly with the remaining garlic/Dijon mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan.
Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Place under the broiler to brown the top for 5 minutes, then transfer to a serving platter or cutting board. Let stand 10 minutes before removing string and slicing. Slice in 8 pieces.
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- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 16 oz (1 lb) pork tenderloin
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Ingredients
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