NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz Pork tenderloin

1 oz Fresh mozzarella cheese

0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves

1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil

1 clove Garlic

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 cup Asparagus spears

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

• 2

  Slice the pork tenderloin lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through, and open it like a book.

• 3

  Layer the fresh mozzarella slices and basil leaves evenly inside the pork.

• 4

  Fold the pork back together and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks to keep the filling inside.

• 5

  Mince the garlic and rub it over the outside of the pork along with half of the olive oil, salt, and pepper.

• 6

  Place the pork in a roasting pan and surround it with the asparagus spears tossed in the remaining oil and seasonings.

• 7

  Roast for 20-25 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

• 8

  Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before removing the twine and slicing into medallions.