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Pork Tenderloin
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★★★★★ The tenderloins were sooo juicy and flavorful! — Kim B. of Chicago, Illinois ★★★★★ The tenderloins were sooo juicy and flavorful! — Kim B. of Chicago, Illinois



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Pork Tenderloin Butcher Guide

Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat from the back of the pig. It's a long, cylindrical muscle that lies alongside the backbone. It's usually cut into steaks or medallions. It can be roasted whole, or cut into pieces and used in stews and casseroles.

Pork Tenderloin Cooking Guide

Top Pork Tenderloin recipes include Pork Tenderloin with Rosemary and Garlic, Pork Tenderloin with Apple Chutney, and Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Mustard Sauce.

Method Cooking Temp Roast Time Safe Temp
Bake 450°F 15-20 mins 145°F
Smoke 275°F 2.5 - 3 hrs 145°F
Grill 500°F 10-15 mins 145°F

Note: The above guidelines are only guardrails. Average time depends on size/amount of meat. Stoves and pans vary in performance as well; so to achieve perfectly cooked pork tenderloin, check temperature regularly within above time frames.