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Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin with Cheddar Grits

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvc-O2VOfhsWOXMnaYD5kyPhqKGLFrIFntyUsDoeRnFCN9MKoccyIKfE44TTczl5bB5voHkzcbtGVbPyQz4ulaIdKv18aqfUzXuK6TJipSOWXSlISHE3EMGpdtDhjtXd9ik_VlZ6CPuotw/s1600/IMG_4752.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvc-O2VOfhsWOXMnaYD5kyPhqKGLFrIFntyUsDoeRnFCN9MKoccyIKfE44TTczl5bB5voHkzcbtGVbPyQz4ulaIdKv18aqfUzXuK6TJipSOWXSlISHE3EMGpdtDhjtXd9ik_VlZ6CPuotw/s1600/IMG_4752.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Oh my goodness.  This is a photo of our dinner last night - was soooo good.  Sometimes I feel like Pork Tenderloin is a bit of an obligation... something I feel like I should make when Fall rolls around.  But this, this was excellent.  The pork cooks in a mixture of Apple Cider, Dijon, Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic, Apples & Onions.  It is a little sweet, and definitely savory.  The apples and onions cook down in the cider to create the most amazing chutney type sauce.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was very simple to make and cooked for 45 minutes.  The entire dinner was prepped and cooked in under an hour.  It is definitely company worthy.  This was my first time making grits and it was very easy.  The cheddar was a perfect compliment to the apples.  I served ours with a Kale, Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Pecorino salad (photo at the end of the post!)- I'll share the recipe next week.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WD2MJ_k7xOOLB-3bsLyPX0VJONyghSSS_J0EcINNZFHgdNsJJKz3PXxd-Vzip2CnWzpNhgOJqGeEdJ-SIVYMkn90A-0r0Is9jtKAdZBLBZltgr0-pIIQBmaVRTOhnSPScF3R2P0Qw_Bb/s1600/apple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WD2MJ_k7xOOLB-3bsLyPX0VJONyghSSS_J0EcINNZFHgdNsJJKz3PXxd-Vzip2CnWzpNhgOJqGeEdJ-SIVYMkn90A-0r0Is9jtKAdZBLBZltgr0-pIIQBmaVRTOhnSPScF3R2P0Qw_Bb/s1600/apple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>I made only one tenderloin (1.25lbs) and it was perfect for the three of us with a little bit of leftovers.  The recipe is for 2 tenderloins - which is what I would make for 4 adults.<br /><br /><i>Apple Cider</i><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Pork Tenderloin </i></span><br /><i>with Cheddar Grits</i><br /><i><br /></i><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />2 pounds Pork Tenderloin<br />2 tablespoons of olive oil<br />salt and pepper<br />2 apples, sliced<br />1 medium onion, sliced<br />2 cups of apple cider<br />5 cloves of garlic, sliced<br />1 tablespoon of dijon<br />.......<br />3 cups of water<br />1 cup of grits<br />1/2 cup of half and half<br />4 tablespoons of butter<br />1 cup of cheddar, shredded<br />1 tablespoon of sea salt<br /><br /><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJtoPP59BlnlyXWU6Nb_fYoY8CrX3WinXTxvYdtBUxCTqIOwZWeHMQmuIPGxDGj8NBeo8OVu4ZK0QoTK71NqIYFWTxkzRkDuZZZBfAEiAKfUnuDg9NGOoIWDpknFeubaLfIQVxmb2lgeYC/s1600/IMG_4735.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJtoPP59BlnlyXWU6Nb_fYoY8CrX3WinXTxvYdtBUxCTqIOwZWeHMQmuIPGxDGj8NBeo8OVu4ZK0QoTK71NqIYFWTxkzRkDuZZZBfAEiAKfUnuDg9NGOoIWDpknFeubaLfIQVxmb2lgeYC/s1600/IMG_4735.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Season the pork with salt and pepper.  In a dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear pork for 3 minutes on each side.  Add garlic, onions and apples.  Cook for 2 more minutes.  Mix together cider, dijon and red pepper - add and put in 350 degree oven for 40 minutes (covered).<br /><br />Meanwhile, prepare the grits by bringing water to boil, then lower heat and add grits. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring often.  When grits are tender, add half and half, butter, cheddar and salt.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_PFCRZ8CC0RqPbS2XCVx2H-YOheIQkYYtibKWv6uPnrgGF0psH79OqjPyE5-0bMNjLWNQLr9d46bbBs3c__jKCCq1T8uunDfLnH8Ywg-qCPtbJqRp26plHJxF1M-n5yb_h6VSPEG4SRVR/s1600/IMG_4739.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_PFCRZ8CC0RqPbS2XCVx2H-YOheIQkYYtibKWv6uPnrgGF0psH79OqjPyE5-0bMNjLWNQLr9d46bbBs3c__jKCCq1T8uunDfLnH8Ywg-qCPtbJqRp26plHJxF1M-n5yb_h6VSPEG4SRVR/s1600/IMG_4739.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Remove pork from oven.  Take pork out of pan (keep liquid in dutch oven) and set it aside, covered in foil.  Heat the reserved liquid with apples and onions (from the baking liquid) on the stove to reduce.  Cook on medium-high for about 5 minutes until it has thickened.   Serve sliced pork over grits and spoon on apple onion sauce.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIWEyFvcNlJxbegNIaW0H4OdjHlb2gn8e7Pd9pnAsPzp70TXVIuQntwQNYpPeh6kLUQNzz_7XGugDH-ua6UmzsDEXp8bAxgIvu8El4fQ3uF33AbtmidNQ9wdDScFT_nIA14tQbjr4bt0jh/s1600/IMG_4767.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIWEyFvcNlJxbegNIaW0H4OdjHlb2gn8e7Pd9pnAsPzp70TXVIuQntwQNYpPeh6kLUQNzz_7XGugDH-ua6UmzsDEXp8bAxgIvu8El4fQ3uF33AbtmidNQ9wdDScFT_nIA14tQbjr4bt0jh/s1600/IMG_4767.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ePj9__HeDrQ%2FVC23uoSjC0I%2FAAAAAAAAZwI%2FBFpyIKNRyfw%2Fs1600%2Fapple-cider-pork-tenderloin.jpg&description=Apple%20Cider%20Pork%20Tenderloin%20%20with%20Cheddar%20Grits%20%20-%20So%20easy%20and%20simple.%20%20Only%2045%20minutes%20in%20the%20oven!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><div><br />Here is the Kale, Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Pecorino Salad with an Apple Cider Vinaigrette - I'll share the recipe soon.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tomorrow morning my Halloween products will be posted...  Set your alarms : )  Not too early, though, maybe around 10 am.  I'm hoping the light is better for photos tomorrow morning than it was on this very dark and rainy day!</div>

Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin with Cheddar Grits

Oh my goodness. This is a photo of our dinner last night - was soooo good. Sometimes I feel like Pork Tenderloin is a bit of an obligation...

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Braised Beef & Italian Vegetable Stew | Warm & Cozy Dinner Recipe

<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXgllP9yN5zFAwUb88qvUP5X70vL_kPzFa9tRUKVfPMI9IyoJMBvvslqeRUrBhaCAfHWueHQTQ7Rk7_Z64aqTgKS-KfaMIMopxTmuuCyXTFdyTvu5Ww83KPl-k7tx9pRWdGOIGbGJx-g-s/s1600/IMG_0125.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXgllP9yN5zFAwUb88qvUP5X70vL_kPzFa9tRUKVfPMI9IyoJMBvvslqeRUrBhaCAfHWueHQTQ7Rk7_Z64aqTgKS-KfaMIMopxTmuuCyXTFdyTvu5Ww83KPl-k7tx9pRWdGOIGbGJx-g-s/s640/IMG_0125.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />If you haven't noticed, I've been really into stews and soups this year.  I love that I can make them early in the day and they'll be ready at dinner time after simmering all day.  They make the house smell great and they make us feel good on a chilly night.<br /><a class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fbraised-beef-italian-vegetable-stew.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-_wNQGHpHJfw%2FUHbsRFsjMvI%2FAAAAAAAANO4%2FvIDFGfP8dtA%2Fs640%2Fbeef-stew.jpg&description=Braised%20Beef%20%26%20Italian%20Vegetable%20Stew...%20perfect%20fall%20dinner%21%0A%0Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fbraised-beef-italian-vegetable-stew.html"><img border="0" src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/PinExt.png" title="Pin It" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUDGt4bEgiLR33TmhryBtmy1LBrYjdhHguDoCBoBsYg-Uj30JzzZNyO7cRgLbL983LS-kFhzLLFcijzmP9szyIYMHnJ26ZtwWZf9f2u_b6lV3eqEVCv-DJtCcEBZdyqqj23WepjnZ2GLG/s1600/beef-stew.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUDGt4bEgiLR33TmhryBtmy1LBrYjdhHguDoCBoBsYg-Uj30JzzZNyO7cRgLbL983LS-kFhzLLFcijzmP9szyIYMHnJ26ZtwWZf9f2u_b6lV3eqEVCv-DJtCcEBZdyqqj23WepjnZ2GLG/s640/beef-stew.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><i><span style="font-size: large;">Braised Beef & Italian Vegetable Stew</span></i><br /><a class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fbraised-beef-italian-vegetable-stew.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-_wNQGHpHJfw%2FUHbsRFsjMvI%2FAAAAAAAANO4%2FvIDFGfP8dtA%2Fs640%2Fbeef-stew.jpg&description=Braised%20Beef%20%26%20Italian%20Vegetable%20Stew...%20perfect%20fall%20dinner%21%0A%0Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fbraised-beef-italian-vegetable-stew.html"><img border="0" src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/PinExt.png" title="Pin It" /></a><br /><br /><i>New! <a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join"><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Printable Recipes</span>, here.</a></i><br /><br />1/4 pound of bacon, diced<br />1/4 yellow onion, quartered<br />2 pounds of beef stew meat<br />6 cloves of garlic, rough mince<br />2 cups of red wine<br />4 cups of beef broth<br />1 large can of whole tomatoes, broken up, without juice <br />4 bay leaves<br />4 carrots, medium dice<br />3 cups of fresh spinach (1 cup frozen)<br />2 cups of shredded cabbage<br />1/2 pound of cavatappi pasta<br /><br />crusty bread<br />olive oil<br />garlic clove<br />parmesan cheese<br /><br />Heat oven to 250 degrees.<br /><br />In a large dutch oven, cook bacon, rendering fat.  Add beef and sear stew meat and onions on high heat, for 2-3 minutes.  Add garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.  Add red wine, broth, tomatoes and bay leaves.  Remove from heat, cover and put it into the oven. <br /><br />Slow cook in the oven at 250 degrees for at least 4, but up to 6-8 hours. <br /><br />Remove the stew from the oven when the meat is tender and shredding.  Remove the bay leaves.  Add carrots, spinach, cabbage and pasta to the pot and cook on the stove top for 20 minutes until the vegetables and pasta are tender. <br /><br /><br />Serve with garlic french bread.  Slice the bread, drizzle with olive oil and place it on a sheet pan.  Put under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until toasted.  Rub with a garlic clove.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Braised Beef & Italian Vegetable Stew | Warm & Cozy Dinner Recipe

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