Description
This Smoky Bacon Parmesan Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Honey Drip Glaze is a savory and sweet dish that combines tender pork with rich flavors of bacon and parmesan, finished with a delightful honey glaze.
Ingredients
1 pork tenderloin (about 1.5 lbs)
4 slices of smoky bacon, chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
4. In a bowl, mix cooked bacon, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, and sautéed garlic.
5. Cut a pocket in the pork tenderloin and stuff it with the bacon mixture.
6. Season the outside of the tenderloin with salt and pepper, then place it in a baking dish.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard, then brush over the tenderloin.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
9. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the pork tenderloin in your favorite spices before stuffing.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg