Ingredients

1tbspextra virgin olive oil

2pork tenderloins

salt

freshly ground pepper

2tbspunsalted butter

1shallot

¾cupchicken stock or low-sodium broth

2tbspstrawberry jam,or preserves

1tspthyme,chopped

1tspDijon mustard

Preparation

In a large skillet, heat the oil.

Season the pork with salt and pepper. Cook over high heat, turning once, until browned and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.

Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the skillet. Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened.

Add the stock, jam, and thyme. Cook over high heat, stirring until thickened.

Whisk in the mustard. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the remaining butter.

Season with salt and pepper.

Return the pork and any juices to the skillet. Turn to coat, then serve.