Cheese and Pear Pork

Health score
20%
Cheese and Pear Pork
66 min.
6
353kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Cheese and Pear Pork, a dish that beautifully marries savory and sweet flavors. This recipe is perfect for those looking to impress at lunch or dinner, offering a sophisticated main course that is both satisfying and elegant. The tender pork tenderloins are stuffed with a luscious mixture of firm Anjou pears, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

As you prepare this dish, the aroma of sautéed shallots and fresh herbs will fill your kitchen, setting the stage for a memorable meal. The addition of a splash of Riesling adds a subtle sweetness that complements the richness of the cheese and the earthiness of the walnuts. With a cooking time of just 66 minutes, you can easily whip up this gourmet dish for a gathering of friends or a cozy family dinner.

Not only is this Cheese and Pear Pork visually stunning when plated, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, making it a guilt-free indulgence at just 353 calories per serving. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire and leave your guests raving about your culinary skills. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that is as delicious as it is impressive!

Ingredients

  • cup anjou pear firm chopped
  • 0.5 cup cheese blue crumbled
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs fresh
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • Dash ground pepper red
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.3 cups beef broth fat-free
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 24 ounce pork tenderloin 
  • 0.5 cup wine 
  •  shallots thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces toasted chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add shallots; cook 6 minutes.
  4. Add pear, wine, thyme, and pepper; cook 2 minutes. Cool. Stir in nuts, cheese, crumbs, and parsley.
  5. Slice pork lengthwise, cutting to, but not through, other side. Open halves.
  6. Place pork between sheets of plastic wrap; pound to 1/4 inch. Top pork with pears; leave 1/2-inch border.
  7. Roll, starting with long side; secure pork with picks.
  8. Sprinkle with salt.
  9. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large ovenproof pan over medium-high heat.
  10. Add pork; saut 5 minutes, browning all sides.
  11. Bake at 425 for 12 minutes or until a thermometer registers 14
  12. Remove pork from pan, and let stand 5 minutes. Slice. Bring broth to a boil in pan over medium-high heat; scrape pan to loosen browned bits. Cook 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein34.69%
Fat49.25%
Carbs16.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.63
Glycemic Load
2.23
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.11391296594%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.82mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
1.12mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
2.91mg
Luteolin
0.55mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:353.04kcal
17.65%
Fat:18.66g
28.71%
Saturated Fat:4.77g
29.83%
Carbohydrates:13.7g
4.57%
Net Carbohydrates:11.2g
4.07%
Sugar:4.82g
5.35%
Cholesterol:82.15mg
27.38%
Sodium:522.13mg
22.7%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:1%
100%
Protein:29.58g
59.15%
Vitamin B1:1.22mg
81.61%
Selenium:38.23µg
54.62%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.34%
Vitamin B3:8.26mg
41.28%
Phosphorus:381.61mg
38.16%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.48%
Vitamin K:27.01µg
25.73%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.64%
Potassium:745.12mg
21.29%
Zinc:2.96mg
19.75%
Copper:0.32mg
16.09%
Magnesium:61.13mg
15.28%
Vitamin B5:1.31mg
13.13%
Iron:2.33mg
12.92%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.47%
Calcium:103.88mg
10.39%
Fiber:2.5g
10%
Vitamin C:6.27mg
7.6%
Folate:30.34µg
7.58%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.18%
Vitamin A:272.11IU
5.44%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.64%
Source:My Recipes