Easy Marinated Pork Tenderloin

I really like pork loin... it's so lean and figure friendly! It is also very tasty if prepared creatively.  I am always on the lookout for new ideas with respect to flavoring. Recently I gave this recipe from Allrecipes.com a try.  I have to say, I really do like it.  It's a keeper!

Easy Marinated Pork Tenderloin

4-6 servings

2 pounds pork tenderloin ( I used 2 loins, approx. 1 pound each)

1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed

3 T. Dijon-style  mustard

salt and pepper to taste

1/4 c. soy sauce

1/4 c. olive oil

Mix garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, soy sauce and olive oil in a bowl. Pour mixture into a one-gallon sized zip-lock style bag.  Place pork loins in bag. Seal it and mix contents around so they are evenly distributed.  Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour before cooking time.

Preheat oven to 375 ℉. Place meat in a glass baking dish and pour marinade over top.  Bake for 45 minutes to an hour, until meat is no longer pink and instant-read meat thermometer reads 145 ℉.  Tent loosely and allow to rest about 15 minutes or so before serving.

Sources: Allrecipes.com, Flickr