Bourbon-Marinated Pork Tenderloin
Photo courtesy of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival
Kentucky bourbon and molasses add a pleasantly sweet, smoky character to tender, juicy pork. Try this recipe from the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown, Ky., where the spirit has been made since 1776. Serve it with the fest's Orange and Onion Salad with Blue Cheese and Bourbon Dressing.Discover more great food festivals here.
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2 tsp fresh rosemary leaves
2 Tbsp chopped thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp molasses
½ cup bourbon
1 Tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Pork tenderloin
2 Tbsp chopped thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp molasses
½ cup bourbon
1 Tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Pork tenderloin
directions:
1. Mix together rosemary, thyme, garlic, molasses, bourbon, oil, and salt and pepper. Place pork tenderloin in marinade and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
2. Remove pork from marinade and cook in a 350°F oven about 20–30 minutes. (Can also grill if you prefer.)
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Serves 2.
