Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloins

Herbes de Provence lends a unique delicious flavor to these tenderloins. You can substitute Italian seasoning for the herbes de Provence if you wish. From Southern Living December 2006.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
• 2  tablespoons  herbes de provence
• 1  teaspoon ground coriander
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 -1 1⁄2 lb  pork tenderloin, trimmed (2)

Directions

1. Combine the brown sugar, herbes de Provence, coriander, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Rub this mixture evenly onto the tenderloins and place in a zip lock bag.
3. Chill for 2-4 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
5. Place the tenderloins on a rack in a greased pan.
6. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees.
7. Bake an additional 20-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer registers 155 degrees.
8. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes before serving.