Maple-Bourbon Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Caramelized Apples and Sage

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 large apples, cored and sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1 teaspoon fresh sage leaves, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Fresh sage sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until deeply browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
5. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the apple slices, cinnamon, and nutmeg; sauté until apples are tender and caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.
6. Stir in the maple syrup, bourbon, and chopped sage; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
8. Drizzle the maple-bourbon apple sauce over the sliced pork and garnish with fresh sage sprigs. Serve warm.