Jan 05 2009
To Try: 1
While on a wonderful dinner/shopping date to the Cheesecake Factory with my husband this weekend, I stumbled upon what I think might be sheer FOOD GENIUS! I am determined to try and re-create this recipe at home.
Here was the description on the menu:
PAN SEARED PORK TENDERLOIN
Covered with Pancetta, Fontina Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers and a Mushroom, Garlic Wine Sauce with a Touch of Cream. Served with Pasta.
I substituted the Pasta for mashed potatoes because 1) I’m not a huge pasta fan, and 2) Cheesecake Factory’s mashed potatoes are BOMB. I am seriously considering writing them a letter and letting them know the mashed potatoes suit the dish FAR better than pasta, and they should make a switch. Also, they should then name the dish after me. And let me have it for free everytime I come.
Anyway, the pork tenderloin was delicious, topped with delicious bacon-like pancetta and slathered in cheese! The garlic sauce was very flavorful but not over–garlicy, which is easy to do. I couldn’t even eat half of the dish, so I have leftovers for lunch today too!
If you’re headed to the Cheesecake Factory anytime soon, this dish comes highly recommended. Stay tuned for my attempt.
