This nice, simple dinner is perfect for chilly evenings
when all you want is deliciousness.
Maple
Glazed Pork Loin
2.75
lb. pork tenderloin
salt
pepper
1 T.
vegetable oil
3/4
cup maple syrup
1/2
teaspoon cinnamon
a
pinch cayenne pepper
Directions
Adjust oven rack to the lower middle position and heat
the oven to 375* F.
Pat the roast dry and season with salt and pepper to
taste. Heat oil in a twelve inch over a
medium - high heat until just smoking. Brown
the roast on all sides and reduce heat if fat starts smoking.
Transfer to 9 by
13 baking dish and roast in the oven until the thickest registers 110 degrees, 35
to 55 minutes.
Pour off the fat left in the skillet. Mix the maple syrup, the cinnamon, and the
cayenne in the pan. While mixing, scrape
up any browned bits left in the pan and simmer until slightly
thickened, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
Brush the glaze over the pork loin and bake for another
15 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temp. of 140 degrees.
Transfer to a cutting board and cover with foil until it
reaches an internal temp. of 150*F. Enjoy!!!
Now for the salad!!!
Pea
Greens and Radish Salad
2
cups pea sprouts
radish
greens
5
radishes (thinly sliced)
1/4
cucumber (thinly sliced)
Dressing
1 T.
lemon juice
splash
rice vinegar
1 T.
olive oil
salt
and pepper to taste
Directions
In a medium bowl, toss pea sprouts, radishes, greens, and
cucumber with the lemon juice dressing.
Enjoy!!!
I hope you all enjoy this simple yet delicious meal. I did not add a recipe for mashed potatoes,
because everyone has their own favorite recipe.