Bacon-Wrapped Pesto Pork Tenderloin

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Arrange bacon strips lengthwise in foil-lined 7.5”x10”x1” pan, overlapping slightly.

Step 2

Butterfly tenderloin lengthwise through center to within 1/2” of bottom. Open tenderloin flat; pound with meat mallet to 1/2” thickness. Place tenderloin on center of bacon, perpendicular to strips.

Step 3

Sprinkle pepper over pork. Spread with pesto; layer with cheese & spinach. Close tenderloin; wrap with bacon, overlapping ends. Tie with kitchen string at 3” intervals. Secure ends with toothpicks.

Step 4

In skillet, brown roast on all sides (8 min.). Return to baking pan; roast (17-20 min.) in oven until thermometer reads 145°. Remove string & toothpicks; let stand (5 min.) before slicing.

Step 5

Serve with a starch (potatoes or rice).

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