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Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar & Marmalade
Wrapping bacon around lean pork loin keeps it moist and accentuates the pork flavors. Brown sugar and orange marmalade caramelize and create a delectable crust.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Makes: 4 Servings
Calories: 588 kcal
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1, about 1 1/2 pounds (680 g) pork tenderloin or loin (just go by weight) patted dry
- 4 slices meaty bacon; use gluten-free if on a gluten-free diet
- 1 tablespoon Garlic-Infused Oil, made with vegetable oil or purchased equivalent
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) orange marmalade
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Preparation:
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Position rack in hottest area of oven. Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Have a large cast-iron skillet ready or other ovenproof skillet that can hold the tenderloin; you can gently curve it to fit.
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Combine the brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika and thyme and rub all over the pork loin. Wrap bacon all the way around pork loin, covering the meat. Tuck the bacon ends underneath the loin; use toothpicks if necessary to keep the bacon in place.
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Heat oil in cast-iron pan until shimmering over medium heat. Add bacon wrapped tenderloin and cook to sear, brown and begin to crisp bacon, about 5 to 6 minutes; flip over and sear other side, about 5 to 6 minutes more.
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Meanwhile whisk the marmalade and mustard together in a small bowl. Brush all over the tenderloin once the bacon is crisped. Place in oven and continue to cook until instant read thermometer reads 145°F/63°C inserted in the middle of the loin, about 12 to 20 minutes. Transfer to cutting board, drape loosely with foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing for juices to redistribute. Pork is ready to serve; simply slice into 1/2-inch (12 mm) pieces. Leftovers may be refrigerated wrapped well with plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
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- This dish looks - and tastes - so special, but it is truly quick and easy to prepare. As Robin said, make two! You will appreciate the leftovers for days to come, and so will anyone lucky enough to share this with you.
Nutrition Facts
Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar & Marmalade
Amount Per Serving
Calories 588
Calories from Fat 324
% Daily Value*
Fat 36g55%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 1256mg52%
Potassium 10mg0%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 18g20%
Protein 43g86%
Vitamin A 125IU3%
Vitamin C 0.7mg1%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.