SPINACH PROSCIUTTO AND MOZZARELLA STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN

SPINACH PROSCIUTTO AND MOZZARELLA STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 pound pork tenderloin
  • 1 1/2 ounces part skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp chopped sun dried tomatoes
  • 1 ounce thin sliced prosciutto
  • salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Combine crushed garlic, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil, and pepper; mix well.
  • Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within 1/2- inch of bottom (careful not to cut all the way through).
  • Open tenderloin so it lies flat. On each half, make another, lengthwise slit down the center to within 1/2-inch of bottom; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness with a mallet.
  • Remove plastic wrap; spread 1/2 of the garlic/Dijon mixture on the inside of the pork. Layer the cheese, spinach, sun dried tomatoes and proscuitto on top, press down gently.
  • Roll up pork jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie the roast at 1-1/2-inch to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string.
  • Season lightly with salt, and remaining garlic/Dijon mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Place under the broiler to brown the top for 5 minutes, then transfer to a serving platter or cutting board.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before removing string and slicing. Slice in 8 pieces.

Serving: 2slices, Calories: 208kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 29g, Fat: 8.5g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 98.5mg, Sodium: 219mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g

Points – 4

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