Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin

Recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 lb pork tenderloin
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cloves garlic
• ½ medium onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¾ cup chicken broth
• 3 cups broccoli
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Season pork with salt, pepper, and paprika on all sides.
2. Turn on Saute mode on pressure cooker and add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pot.
3. Sear pork on all sides, about 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Turn of saute mode. Add onion, chicken broth, garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, broccoli, and carrots.
5. Put pressure cooker lid on and make sure vent is turned to the sealing position.
6. Pressure cook for 15-20 minutes.
7. Quick release pressure by opening the vent. Internal temperature of the pork should be a minimum of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
8. Remove pork and let it sit for a few minutes. While pork rests, mix cornstarch with milk. Add to pot and turn on saute mode till sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
9. Slice pork and serve with vegetables, mashed potatoes, or starch of choice.

Adjust ingredients and servings to fit your DayTwo scores! 

Notes:

• For a creamier sauce, cook vegetables separately and substitute heavy cream for milk.
• To adapt for a slow cooker, sear pork in a separate pan. Then place ingredients in a slow cooker with same steps listed above and cook on high 4-5 hours or low for 6-8 hours. 

Recipe adapted from: eatwell101.com