Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5–6 sprigs fresh thyme (rinsed)
6–8 sprigs fresh Italian parsley (rinsed)
1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup tomato paste with Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon country Dijon mustard

Steps
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with foil (for ease of cleanup). Preheat large sauté pan on medium-high 2–3 minutes.
2. Place butter in large sauté pan; swirl to coat. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place in pan (wash hands); cover and cook 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, to brown all sides.
3. Remove large stems from herbs; place in food processor. Add bread crumbs and cheese; pulse until finely chopped.
4. Combine tomato paste and mustard in small bowl. Place pork on baking sheet. Coat pork with mustard mixture, using rubber spatula, and then coat with herb mixture. Bake 18–20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (for medium). Use a meat thermometer to accurately ensure doneness. Slice and serve.


(recipe courtesy of Publix apron's simple meals)