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    Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Peppers Over Polenta

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     Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Peppers Over Polenta { Filleto Intero di Maiale Alla Griglia Con Peperoni Sopra Polenta} is on the menu. Finally, it's stopped raining so we're trying to make up for lost grilling time. We've been waiting anxiously to make this inexpensive meal. A pork tenderloin is a meat the entire family enjoys. Tender slices of pork tenderloin with just the right amount of seasoning and a colorful addition of peppers over creamy polenta is a winner any time of year. 

    For this recipe, you will need pork tenderloin, olive oil, garlic, fresh sage, rosemary, tarragon, thyme, Kosher salt, anchovy fillets, colored bell peppers, flat-leaf parsley, milk, chicken broth, polenta.

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin slice with colored peppers over polenta on a white platter@allourway.com
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    • Whole pork tenderloin is economical meat choice
    • Colored bell peppers are tasty and good for you
    • Grilled whole pork tenderloin is easy and delicious
    • Grilled whole pork tenderloin cooks quickly
    • Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Colored Peppers Over Polenta
    • Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Colored Peppers Over Polenta

    We found the pair tenderloin package at Meijer for $2.49 a pound, and we've been waiting for a break in the weather so that we could cook it on the grill.

    Instead of using the gas grill, we thought that the charcoal grill would give the grilled whole pork tenderloin more of that smokey flavor.

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin sliced with colored peppers over Polenta on a white platter @allourway.com

    Whole pork tenderloin is economical meat choice

    Pork Tenderloin is very lean-- as the pork producers say: "It's the other white meat." Today it seems that pork is a more economical meat than beef or seafood.

    We like to alternate between beef and pork during the week, and we limit those to two meals a week.

    The rest of the week we split up between seafood and chicken. We can still find sales on chicken but anymore we have to shop around.

    Have you bought eggs lately? What are they feeding the chickens? Gold? Mamma and papà, as well as my in-laws, are of the old school -- you watch your pennies when it comes to groceries. Processed foods are out, and they buy what's in season and on sale.

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin slices with colored peppers over polenta on a white platter @ allourway.com

    Colored bell peppers are tasty and good for you

    For this dish we decide to include colored bell peppers -- right now they're inexpensive and plentiful. Not only do they taste good, they are good for us, and they brighten up the plate.

    My Italian ancestors would probably turn over in their graves if they saw our dinner plates -- the meat and the peppers over polenta are touching. 🙁 Touching --that's a no-no; it just isn't done.)

    A typical Italian meal consists of four courses:

    •  Primo ( for instance a pasta, rice, soup),
    • Secondo ( fish, meat, or poultry and sometimes a frittata or a substantial vegetable dish)
    • Contorno( a side dish of vegetables or a green salad dressed at the table with olive oil and vinegar)
    • Dolce ( this is usually fruit).

    Can't you see me popping up and down like a jack-in-the-box, every few minutes, trying to get the individual course plates served?????

    For this, we'll do it All Our Way. 😉

    grilled pork tenderloin with colored peppers over polenta @ allourway.com

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin is easy and delicious

    We are glad the weather is finally co-operating because we are ready to enjoy a delicious meal right off the grill. Earlier that day Honey put a wet rub on the pork tenderloin and let it rest for several hours in the fridge.

    He also prepared the Weber for indirect charcoal heat. (I did mention that he is the Grill Master and in charge of all grill related food?) The pork cooks at a temperature of 350°F.

    Once Honey puts the meat on the unheated side of the grill, it doesn't take long for the grilled whole pork tenderloin to reach its proper temperature. Since we know that to be the case, we prepare the rest of the meal before starting on the meat.

    Honey made the polenta and put it in a covered casserole in 180° F oven to keep warm. {He also put some polenta in a small loaf pan to cool and save for another recipe -- polenta fritta.

    I'll  post that recipe and pictures later.}

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin with colored peppers over polenta @ allourway.com

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin cooks quickly

    Once he finished with the polenta, he started the grill. I cleaned and cut the colored peppers then sautéd them in a pan with olive oil, anchovies, fresh thyme, and garlic. {Don't turn up your nose at the anchovies -- they just make the peppers extra delicious}.

    Once the peppers cook but are still firm, I put the pan in the oven along with the polenta to keep warm.

    After the Grillmaster puts the pork on the grill, he periodically turns the meat. Once the internal temperature reaches 145°F, hubby takes the grilled whole pork tenderloin off the heat and places it on a platter. I loosely tent it with foil, and we let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes.

    Grilled whole pork tenderloin with colored peppers over polenta on white plate @ allourway.com

    When we finally cut into the meat, it's perfection -- juicy, moist and flavorful. Our grilled whole pork tenderloin with colored peppers over polenta is a feast not only for the eyes but also for the taste buds!

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    Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Colored Peppers Over Polenta

    This boneless cut of pork is very lean and takes no time at all to cook. The charcoal grill gives it a pleasant smoky taste. The colorful peppers compliment the creamy polenta. Our method of cooking polenta guarantees smooth creamy results every time!!

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    Grilled pork tenderloin with colored peppers over polenta @ allourway.com

    Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Colored Peppers Over Polenta

    Pork tenderloin is first rubbed with a wet rub and then grilled while the polenta is made ahead of time as well as the peppers. The pork is juicy and full of flavor and the peppers are colorful and tasty over the polenta.
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    Course: main dish
    Cuisine: Italian and American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Resting time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 1011kcal
    Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
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    Ingredients

    Pork

    • 2-- 1-pound pork tenderloin, trimmed.
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 3 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
    • 1 Tablespoon sage finely chopped
    • 1 Tablespoon rosemary finely chopped
    • 1 Tablespoon tarragon finely chopped
    • 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon peppers

    Peppers

    • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme divided
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 4 anchovy fillets drained and finely minced (this really does add to the flavor)
    • 3 multi-colored bell peppers cut into 1 ½ inch pieces.
    • 2 Tablespoons fresh Italian parsley

    Polenta

    • 2 cups milk
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup polenta -- not instant

    Instructions

    For the pork

    • Whisk the olive oil with the garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Place the trimmed pork tenderloins on a plate and rub with the olive oil mixture. Don't be shy with the rub. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours.
    • In the meantime get the grill ready for indirect heat -- this means that the coals are on one side of the grill and the meat will cook on the other side with a drip pan underneath.
    • Heat the grill to a temperature of 350 F. Place the tenderloins on the opposite side of the coals, turning occasionally so that the tenderloins cook evenly. When they reach a temperature of 145 F ( about 30 minutes) take them off the grill and let them rest on a platter loosely tented with foil. Let the meat rest for about 15 to 20 minutes.

    Peppers

    • Preheat oven to 180 F. ( a warm oven)
    • Heat the tablespoon of olive oil in a pan on medium-high and swirl the oil to coat. Add 1 teaspoon thyme, garlic, anchovies, and bell peppers to pan; cook about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. The peppers should still have some crunch. Place pan with peppers in the oven to keep warm.

    Polenta

    • In a large saucepan pour the milk, broth, salt and pepper and the polenta. Starting off cold with all the ingredients ensures that the polenta is creamy and never lumpy. Bring all of the ingredients to a boil whisking constantly. Reduce heat to a simmer. Continue to cook and stir often making sure you scrape the sides. After about 30 minutes the polenta will be quite thick and will form large bubbles and pull away from the pan. It will continue to firm as it cools.** Pour it into a casserole, cover, and keep it warm in the oven along with the peppers.

    To serve

    • Slice the pork and arrange on a platter, on the opposite side of the pork place several servings of polenta and top with the peppers. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon of thyme.

    Notes

    • ** This is the time when you could add cheese if you wished. Stir until it is melted and well-blended.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1011kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 131g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 402mg | Sodium: 1903mg | Potassium: 2775mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2285IU | Vitamin C: 87.4mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 7.5mg

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      1. Heidy M

        June 01, 2020 at 7:49 am

        5 stars
        This recipe for Grilled Whole Pork Tenderloin With Peppers Over Polenta was excellent. I loved the simple to follow instructions and the flavor was remarkable!

        Reply
      2. Natalie

        June 01, 2020 at 5:00 am

        5 stars
        Meat looks absolutely delicious, very juicy and flavorful. And these peppers over polenta... such a yum! I love how you added anchovies. Such an interesting flavor twist. I must give this a try.

        Reply
      3. LaKita

        June 01, 2020 at 4:04 am

        5 stars
        Love the combination of pork tenderloin with peppers and polenta. So hearty, delicious, and the perfect meal to serve at any time.

        Reply
      4. EA at The Spicy RD

        June 01, 2020 at 12:02 am

        5 stars
        I love meals where everything is served together like this. The pork tenderloin is so moist and delicious, and I love it with the peppers and polenta!

        Reply
      5. Tara

        May 31, 2020 at 8:30 pm

        5 stars
        I love the herb mix in this recipe. The flavors melted together so nicely with the polenta and peppers! Grilling the tenderloin was so fast and easy too!

        Reply
      6. Kushigalu

        May 31, 2020 at 6:04 am

        5 stars
        My hubby loves tenderloin and this lools fantastic. What a great combination of ingredients. Pinned to try this soon.

        Reply
      7. Bernice Hill

        May 30, 2020 at 12:37 am

        5 stars
        ah, yes everything is getting more and more expensive. We are eating more chicken and pork...but have ordered 1/8 beef direct from a local farmer.
        This is the kind of meal I can really appreciate. I love polenta but have never made it!

        Reply
      8. Paige

        May 29, 2020 at 7:19 pm

        5 stars
        YUM! What a delicious looking dinner this is! Love the way you served it too..Everything sounds delicious!

        Reply
      9. Amanda

        May 29, 2020 at 12:55 pm

        Such a great comfort meal! My entire family loves it!

        Reply
      10. Jen

        May 29, 2020 at 10:27 am

        5 stars
        I love anchovies in everything! They are the hidden gem of so many restaurant dishes, and you don't even know they are there. Definitely don't skip this part.

        Reply
      11. Veena Azmanov

        December 20, 2018 at 5:05 pm

        5 stars
        Marisa, you are the master chef when it comes to cooking meat perfectly. I always envy the pretty pink you get on the inside of your roast every single time.

        Reply
      12. Denise

        December 20, 2018 at 6:29 am

        5 stars
        My family loves a good pork tenderloin and I love how you prepared it but most of all I love the polenta dish! My husband's family introduced me to polenta but we always make it the same way. This looks like something he would really love!

        Reply
      13. Jolina

        December 19, 2018 at 3:25 pm

        5 stars
        Awesome timing! We just bought so much pork tenderloin yesterday because it was on sale lol. We'll most likely make this in the oven, way too cold to be grilling now even if we want to!!

        Reply
      14. Gloria

        December 18, 2018 at 2:27 pm

        5 stars
        I love cooking this cut of pork. When it goes on sale, I stock the freezer up. Always so easy to prepare. The is NO waste at all, and it is tender and delicious. This looks like a great recipe for a busy weeknight, or to serve dinner guests too.

        Reply
      15. Gloria

        September 29, 2018 at 12:34 pm

        5 stars
        This meal makes such a great presentation for entertaining. Pork loin is so delicious, and I LOVE polenta. I think I just might have to make this for a nice Sunday dinner, with a nice bottle of wine. If you lived closer, I would invite you over for dinner.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          September 29, 2018 at 3:14 pm

          Thank you, Gloria. It is an easy recipe and it tastes fantastic.

          Reply
      16. Susie

        February 06, 2018 at 9:39 am

        Hi Marisa, Thanks, for the above recipes.....I’ve been wanting to research a marinate for pork tenderloin....now, I don’t have to.....The recipe looks flavorful.....Can’t wait to try it! Thank you????
        Also, thanks for the fried oyster recipe......I want to give it a try, too. As to your question about Super Bowl....Yes, our family gathered for the festivities....I planned a Mexican buffet! I enjoyed your Thursday video on spinach tortellini. As a matter of fact, I enjoy all your videos...Keep up the good work! So happy to see your weather is getting better with each new day and fishing improving, too. Thanks, again, for all your tasty recipes.....videos, too. Hi and love to all.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          February 06, 2018 at 4:00 pm

          Hi, Susie! Let us know how it turns out. Sending lots of love and hugs!!

          Reply
      17. Linda

        August 03, 2015 at 1:42 pm

        We love pork tenderloin and polenta and peppers. This one is one the books for us to try when our tenderloins go on sale. Always shop those meat sales. found you through Thistlewood Farm.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          August 03, 2015 at 2:53 pm

          Hi Linda! I so glad you found us and we love Thistlewood Farm!! It's a real treat to read her posts. Thank you for commenting -- we love hearing from readers. Hope you try the recipe and let us know how you like it. Have a wonderful day.

          Reply
      18. Ciao Chow Linda

        July 31, 2015 at 9:39 am

        Pork, peppers and polenta - an alliterative grouping that naturally tastes great together too. I don't think to make polenta in the warm weather, but I'd make an exception for this.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          July 31, 2015 at 3:01 pm

          This polenta was great but the fried polenta we made with the leftover -- amazing. That is the first time we ever made deep fried polenta -- won't be the last :-).

          Reply
      19. Rosemary @anitalianinmykitchen

        July 31, 2015 at 1:07 am

        Hi Marisa, I love pork too, and this grilled pork looks and sounds delicious. I have never eaten polenta this way before but why not give it a try? Looks amazing, thanks. Have a great weekend.!

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          July 31, 2015 at 3:07 pm

          My mamma always like putting things like caramelized onions on top sugo and of course the baccala. How do you like to eat polenta?

          Reply
      20. Diane P.

        July 30, 2015 at 12:22 pm

        What a lovely meal! I have cooked pork tenderloin before, but never on the grill---I've always been afraid of it becoming too dry. I will try your grilled tenderloin---the pictures make it look so moist!
        The peppers with the anchovies----perfect! I don't know why so many people are afraid to cook with anchovies. I don't think they realize that when you cook with anchovies, the anchovies actually DISSOLVE into the sauce, and all that's left is the flavor. I do not care for fish, but anchovies are a different story. Perhaps if I had to eat them whole, I'd balk, but in a sauce delizioso!

        Reply
      21. Simply Suzannes at Home

        July 30, 2015 at 9:56 am

        Gorgeous!
        The herb run on your tenderloin looks delicious!
        I would be so scared to grill tenderloin. It can dry out so quickly. Yours looks moist, so your Honey obviously knows what he's doing!! You're a lucky girl :0)
        Loved reading about your Mamma, papà, and in-laws. I, too, watch my pennies when it comes to buying groceries . . . and do not cook or bake with processed or canned foods. I'm a HUGE fan of buying and eating what's in season! It's my favorite way to cook!! I think I would've loved your Mamma, papà, and in-laws :0)
        So happy to have found you and your inspiring blog!
        Have a great weekend, Marisa!
        Suzanne

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          July 30, 2015 at 10:25 am

          Thank you!! You must try the pork tenderloin -- it really isn't that difficult (says me who doesn't do it :-)) If you have an instant read thermometer it will take the guess work out. Now my Honey is good about grilling but he doesn't bring me chocolate cake!! Have a wonderful weekend -- sending you big hugs. Oh and thank you for sending us some nice weather!!

          Reply
      22. Jovina Coughlin

        July 30, 2015 at 9:47 am

        One of my favorite meats, especially for grilling - so flavorful and not at all fatty. I like that you used peppers as an accompaniment, especially for this time of year when they are so fresh and plentiful. The polenta adds just the right touch. Such a delicious looking meal.

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        • Marisa Franca

          July 30, 2015 at 10:23 am

          Thank you Jovina! We do love pork -- you really can do so much with it and it has great flavor -- polenta elevates any meal 🙂

          Reply

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