Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Sauce

Ingredients

• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine - 1/2 cup
• Cherries - 1 cup, pitted
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Pork tenderloin - 1 pound

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and black pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
6. Remove the pork tenderloin from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. In the same skillet, add the cherries, red wine, honey, and Dijon mustard.
8. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
10. Add the slurry to the cherry mixture and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
11. Slice the pork tenderloin and serve with the cherry sauce.