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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

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You can use any cut of pork that you like, but the pork tenderloin will cook up much quicker. This recipe takes just a little over 30 minutes and the tenderloin will be nice and tender. Using pork loin or chops will actually add a bit more flavor but will take longer to cook.

You can take this a bit spicier by adding a little cumin and a touch of chili powder. Try using oregano instead of the sage.


 

Pork Tenderloin and White Bean Soup

Servings: 2 | Serving size: about 2 cups

Cooking Time: 45 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.

This recipe makes great leftovers.

2 tsp olive oil
2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 ounce prosciutto (diced)
1 small onion (diced)
2 small anaheim peppers (seeded and diced)
1 rib celery (diced)
4 ounces pork tenderloin (diced)
1 15 ounce can white beans (drained and rinsed)
3 cups water
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 tsp salt
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 tsp dried sage
1/2 tsp paprika

Place the olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium high heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and prosciutto. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the onion, peppers and celery and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the pork tenderloin and cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is lightly browned.

Add the white beans, water, chicken stock, salt, pepper, sage and paprika.

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring the soup occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 2 cups

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories 357 Calories from Fat 114
% Daily Value
Total Fat 13g 20%
    Saturated Fat 4g 13%
    Monounsaturated Fat 6g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 29mg 9%
Sodium 465mg 19%
Total Carbohydrates 39g 13%
    Dietary Fiber 10g 44%
    Sugars 6g
Protein 23g
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 125%
Calcium 16% Iron 34%
Vitamin K 28 mcg Potassium 1097 mg
Magnesium 145 mg