APPLE-STUFFED PORK ROAST

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"My husband doesn't usually like healthy meals, but this pretty entree is one of his favorites," assures Melissa Holtz of Covington, Kentucky.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pork tenderloin (3/4 pound)
Dash salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1/4 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
Dash ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice, divided
SAUCE:
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice

Steps:

  • Cut a lengthwise slit down center of tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom; open so meat lies flat. Cover with plastic wrap; flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Remove wrap; sprinkle meat with salt and pepper. , In a small bowl, combine the apple, bread crumbs, celery, onion, raisins, walnuts and nutmeg. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon apple juice; toss to coat. Spoon over pork. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting at a long side; tie with kitchen string and secure ends with toothpicks. , Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with 1-1/2 teaspoons apple juice. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes. Brush with remaining apple juice. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until meat juices run clear and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and cinnamon. Gradually whisk in apple juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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