Filetto di maiale ripieno di formaggio e jalapeño

Ingredienti

• 1.5-2 lb pork tenderloin
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 tsp chile powder
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup Colby Jack cheese (shredded)
• 2-3 jalapenos (seeded, deseeded, and diced)

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; set aside.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and spices; mix well.

4. 4

   Add shredded cheese and diced jalapenos; stir until combined.

5. 5

   Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the pork tenderloin to within 1/2 in of the bottom (careful not to cut all the way through).

6. 6

   Smear jalapeno cheese mixture inside pork.

7. 7

   Roll the pork back together. Lay seam side down on prepared baking sheet and tie closed with kitchen twine.

8. 8

   Bake for 30-45 minutes, until a thermometer registers 140 degrees.

9. 9

   Transfer to a cutting board and allow to rest 10 minutes before cutting into it.

10. 10

    Slice and serve.