There is nothing like biting into a succulent piece of meat that is so tender that it cuts like butter! This recipe is a keeper & is worth the small effort to make it!

Ingredients:

• 2 lb. pork tenderloin
• 2 T. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt, or to taste
• 1/2 tsp. pepper, or to taste
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 c. honey
• 1/4 c. soy sauce
• 1 T. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 2 T. fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Season the pork tenderloin with salt (to taste), pepper (to taste), garlic powder & paprika.
3. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet & sear the pork on all sides until lightly browned.
4. In a small bowl mix the minced garlic cloves, honey, soy sauce & Dijon mustard. Mix until they are well combined & smooth.
5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the pork tenderloin
6. Assemble by spooning some of the glaze over the top of the pork tenderloin.
7. Transfer the skillet to the oven & roast for 20-25 minutes. Baste the pork tenderloin once about halfway through the cooking time with the honey garlic mixture.
8. Cook until the pork tenderloin is tender & fully cooked through.
9. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
10. Garnish with the fresh parsley (optional) & serve warm!