What's for Dinner? Day 69

We had a delicious Pork Tenderloin (that was on sale at Safeway) tonight.  I grilled it on the BBQ.

We had it with rice and asparagus--It was yummy.

Joe said it hit the spot, the kids ate without any complaint ;)

Grilled Balsamic-Garlic Crusted Pork Tenderloin

•4-5 garlic cloves, finely minced or crushed

•2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

•2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt

•1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

•2 tablespoons olive oil

•2 pork tenderloins (about 1¼ pounds each)

•2 tablespoons canola oil (if preparing in oven)

Stir together garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a small bowl. Rub the paste all over pork. If you like or have the time, marinate overnight. If not, no worries, it will still be great!

Grill preparation:
Sear the tenderloins on all sides, then grill for about 20-30 minutes, rotating every 10 minutes, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees. Try to let it rest before slicing.

Oven preparation:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat canola oil in a large, heavy saute pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add pork, and brown all over, about 4 minutes.
Transfer pan to oven. Roast pork, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees, about 20 minutes. Transfer pork to a cutting board, and try to let it rest 10 minutes before slicing.