Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic Butter

Ingredients

• Pork tenderloin (1.5 pounds)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Garlic (1 whole bulb, roasted)
• Butter (1/2 cup, softened)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. To roast the garlic, cut the top off the bulb, drizzle with a little olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft and caramelized. Allow to cool slightly, then squeeze the garlic cloves out into a small bowl.
3. In a bowl, combine the softened butter and the mashed roasted garlic. Mix until well blended and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Season the pork tenderloin generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
5. In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
7. Once cooked, remove the pork tenderloin from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
8. Slice the pork tenderloin and serve with a generous dollop of roasted garlic butter on top, allowing it to melt into the warm meat.