Lemon-Rosemary Pork Tenderloin

By newbaucher

This moist tender pork is seasoned with a wonderful herb and lemon rub I created," says Carol Birkemeier of Nashville, Indiana. "Even my husband, who is a chef, thinks this dish is special enough for company."

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
• Directions

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; rub over tenderloins. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-35 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Cover with foil; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 8 servings.