Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Sour Cherry Sauce Recipe

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Sour Cherry Sauce

Total time: 50 minutes | Preparation: 20 minutes | Cooking: 30 minutes

Imagine a dish where smoky, crispy bacon meets impossibly tender pork, all brought together by a luxurious sour cherry sauce that perfectly balances sweet and tangy notes. This elegant yet surprisingly simple recipe transforms an ordinary evening into something truly special. Pair it with a glass of merlotthe fruity wine echoes the cherry sauce beautifullyand you've created a restaurant-worthy meal in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 8 shallots, halved
• 1/2 cup dried sour cherries
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• Chopped fresh dill for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F (200C). Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Carefully wrap the bacon slices around the tenderloin, overlapping them slightly to ensure complete coverage.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Brown the wrapped pork and shallots for 6 to 8 minutes on all sides. Position the pork bacon-side up, then transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast until the internal temperature reaches 145F (63C), approximately 15 to 18 minutes.
3. Transfer the cooked pork to a cutting board to rest. Keep the shallots in the skillet and add the sour cherries and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water until smooth, then whisk it into the sauce. Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Slice the pork into 8 servings and plate with the cherry sauce. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.