Roasted Pork Tenderloin & Cheese Sandwich

INGREDIENTS

PORK

  • 1 lb (500 g) pork tenderloin
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL ) olive oil, divided
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp (10 mL ) finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • Salt, freshly ground black pepper

SANDWICH

  • Large loaf rustic style bread
  • Mozzarella or other Canadian cheese

Optional toppings

  • Mixed greens, roasted red pepper, avocado mash, spicy mayonnaise, caramelized onions, pickle slices

METHOD

  1. Heat oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Rub pork with 1 tsp oil, paprika, garlic and rosemary. In large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium high heat. Brown pork on all sides. Place on baking sheet, bake 10 to 15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Prepare sandwich: Slice bread horizontally in half and layer with sliced pork and favourite sandwich options.
  3. Brush a baking sheet with oil, place sandwich on sheet, brush top of sandwich with oil, place another baking sheet on top and press down.
  4. Bake in 425ºF (220ºC) oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Press down on top baking sheet twice during baking. Cut into 4 pieces, slicing each piece in half.

SERVES 4