Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Potatoes and Mushroom Gravy

This hearty meal is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. The succulent pork tenderloin is wrapped in crispy bacon and topped with a rich, savory mushroom gravy. Served alongside golden roasted potatoes, this dish is sure to satisfy any appetite. The combination of flavors and textures makes this recipe a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs (680 g) pork tenderloin
8-10 slices of bacon
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
8 oz (225 g) small fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
2 tbsp (30 g) butter
1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
2 tbsp (30 ml) tomato paste
1 tsp (5 ml) sambal oelek
1 lb (450 g) small potatoes, halved
Fresh thyme for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper. Wrap the bacon slices around the pork, securing with toothpicks if necessary.

3. In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the bacon-wrapped pork on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

5. While the pork is roasting, melt the butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until caramelized, about 10 minutes.

6. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the onions and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

7. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, soy sauce, tomato paste, and sambal oelek. Simmer the gravy for 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. In a separate baking dish, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven alongside the pork for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

9. Remove the pork from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Spoon the mushroom gravy over the sliced pork and serve with the roasted potatoes on the side. Garnish with fresh thyme.

10. Note: Be careful when handling hot skillets and when slicing the pork to avoid burns or injuries.

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