This simple roasted tenderloin is perfect for a quick autumn weeknight meal. Serve with steamed Brussels sprouts and warm dinner rolls.

New England Pork Tenderloin

1 whole pork tenderloin, about one pound
1/4 cup apple jelly
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 tart red apples, unpeeled, cored, thinly sliced

1. Heat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. In small bowl, combine apple jelly, lemon juice and pumpkin spice; blend well.
3. Place pork tenderloin in shallow roasting pan, brush with half of the apple jelly mixture.
4. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 155°F (approximately 65°C). Let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
5. Place apple slices on broiler pan; brush with remaining apple jelly mixture. Broil 5 to 6 inches from heat for about 5 minutes or until apples slices are tender.
6. Slice tenderloin; serve with apple slices.

Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 226 calories Protein 24 grams Fat 4 grams Sodium 61 milligrams Cholesterol 67 milligrams

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Pork, Be Inspired®.