Honey Butter Pork Tenderloin

By Addie

The glaze of honey mixed with butter was pure bliss, and the pepper and cajun seasonings were just the tip of the iceberg to the ever-splendid gift of flavor pork tenderloin provides. It's perfectly moist, with deliciously rich bacon undertones. If we're going to go big with pork, tenderloin is our favorite way to go. The taste and texture are equally desirable....

... plus, the leftovers in sandwiches the next day really hit the spot.

Ingredients

• 4 Tablespoons butter
• 2 Tablespoons honey
• 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cups water

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. In an ovenproof pot/pan, heat butter and honey over medium heat until melted.

3. Rub raw pork tenderloin with Cajun seasoning and black pepper. Brown each side in honey butter. Lower heat if honey begins to burn.

4. Place pot/pan in oven and roast for 15-20 minutes (will depend on the size and thickness of pork tenderloin). Remove pot from oven (very very hot).

5. Transfer pork tenderloin to a plate or cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Let sit - always let your meat sit for a minute after cooking.

6. Add water to pan/pot and stir over medium heat. Simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce is slightly reduced.

6. Slice pork on a diagonal and drizzle with sauce before serving.