Pork Tenderloin With Tortellini In Pesto Meal Recipes

PESTO PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine basil, walnuts, garlic, salt and pepper. Process for several minutes until blended. Add in parmesan and olive oil and blend until desired consistency.
• Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. (or use a grill)
• Bake tenderloins on baking sheet and cook for about 10 minutes. Spread half of the pesto over the tops and return to the oven for an additional 7-10 minutes, until internal temperature of pork reaches 145 degrees. Oven temps may vary, so using a meat thermometer yields best results!
• Remove from oven and allow to rest about 10 minutes before slicing.
• Serve with remaining pesto and enjoy!

TORTELLINI TOSS

Steps:

• Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion, cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add pork, salt, basil, lemon-pepper and dried marjoram; cook and stir until pork is browned. Add vegetables; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until heated through, 2-3 minutes. , Drain tortellini. Add to meat mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

PESTO TORTELLINI

Steps:

• Chop parsley in a blender or food processor.
• With motor still running, add pine nuts, garlic cloves, basil and salt.
• Continue processing until garlic is finely chopped.
• Slowly drizzle in olive oil.
• Then stop machine and fold in parmesan cheese.
• Cook tortellini according to package directions.
• Drain and toss with sauce.
• Serve as an appetizer at room temperature with toothpicks.
• Or serve chilled as a salad.
• Can also serve warm as a pasta dish.

TORTELLINI PESTO SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place tortellini in the pot, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and cool.
• In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, red bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, olives, and garlic.
• In a separate bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, milk, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and vinegar. Pour over the tortellini and vegetables, and gently toss to coat. Cover, and place in the refrigerator 1 hour, until chilled. Serve over spinach leaves.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH TORTELLINI IN PESTO MEAL

Steps:

• Pork Tenderloin After seasoning with peper, garlic, and 1 bunch chopped green onions, marinate in Teriyaki for at least a half hour (note--the longer the saltier) Grill to desired doneness (8 min per side on a Weber gas grill set to MOM, yields Med Rare) Saute peppered garlic and green onions in butter and olive oil until soft and color changes. Add chopped mushrooms and continue saute until soft. Turn to high, sprinkle with bouillon powder,add wine (your flavor, and burn off. Add some water for volume and reduce to sauce. Tortellini Cook pasta per directions, drain, and mix in pesto--Done! Serve warm. Green Beans Pre-heat oven to 450. Spread out cleaned and trimmed beans in a roasting pan. Coat with olive oil, season with salt pepper and half shallots. Cook unitl crisp (yes like french fries--beans may blacken a bit, mixing occasionaly--pay attention at the end. (this takes about 15 to 20 min until done). Using a slotted spoon, transfer beans to a mixing bowl, add remaining shallots, tarragon, balsamic to coat and sprinkle with Kosher salt to taste. Combine. One last note--I usually have a glass of wine or two while cooking---I highly suggest this as it tends to make mistakes go away!

TEXAS STYLE PESTO WITH PORK TENDERLOIN AND SPANISH RICE

Steps:

• Prepare the pesto by combining all of the ingredients in a food processor and blending well. Set aside until ready to use.
• To prepare the Spanish rice, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onions, bell peppers, and garlic, and cook for approximately 5 minutes. Add the chicken stock and rice to the pot and stir gently. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a hot skillet, sear all of the pork tenderloins to seal in the juices and finish cooking in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes. When ready, slice against grain of meat and serve.
• To plate, place a spoonful of the rice on a plate, top with slices of pork tenderloin, and drizzle some of the pesto on top of the pork. Garnish with cilantro.

CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI PESTO SKILLET

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Saute until chicken is cooked through and has browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm. Set aside.
• Deglaze pan with chicken broth over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in pesto and heavy cream. Cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Mix in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Add in spinach and tomatoes. Cook until spinach begins to wilt, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Add tortellini and cooked chicken and continue cooking until bubbly and hot, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese and serve.

PESTO STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Place walnuts, cilantro, Parmesan cheese, oil and salt in the bowl of a food processor and puree until smooth (about 1-2 minutes) to make the pesto.
• Butterfly pork and pound until ¼-inch thick. Spread cilantro pesto onto pork loin and roll up. Tie with butcher twine to hold it closed.
• Sear pork in a hot skillet on all sides then place in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F Let rest 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, place 1 slice of mozzarella, topped with ¼ cup mixed tomatoes, 1 tablespoons cilantro, 2 teaspoons nuts, 2 teaspoons oil, and 1 teaspoons vinegar on each of 6 plates.
• After allowing pork to rest for 10 minutes, cut into slices. Place sliced pork onto each plate.
• Note: Basil may be substituted for cilantro, if desired.
• Tip: To butterfly pork tenderloin, place the tenderloin on a cutting board. Place your knife parallel to the board and carefully cut the meat lengthwise making sure not to cut all the way through. Remove the knife and open the meat.