Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze

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Juicy pork tenderloin stuffed with sharp blue cheese and crunchy walnuts, finished with a tart cranberry glaze for a festive flavor combination. This american-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, blue cheese crumbles, walnuts chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Butterfly 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin by slicing lengthwise down the center, leaving a hinge. Open the tenderloin flat and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary.
  2. Step 2: Spread 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles evenly over the inside of the tenderloin, then sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped walnuts on top. Roll the tenderloin back up tightly and secure with kitchen twine at 1.5-inch intervals.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the rolled tenderloin and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 3/4 cup cranberry sauce with 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar and 2 minced garlic cloves. Spoon half of this glaze over the seared pork.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork for 20-25 minutes until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached. Remove from oven, brush with remaining cranberry glaze, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into medallions. Serve warm with extra glaze.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Blue Cheese and Walnut-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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