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Florentine Pork in French Bread Boats

• From: National Pork Board

Ingredients

• 2 pork tenderloin, (about 12 ounces each)

• 1/3 cup Italian dressing, (reduced calorie)

• 1 tsp vegetable oil

• 2 medium tomato, seeded and diced

• 3 oz spinach, washed and trimmed

• 3 French bread (6 inch pieces), split lengthwise in half

• 4 tsp Parmesan cheese, grated

For a light dinner or weekend lunch, transform ordinary bread loaves into the perfect vehicle for a tasty pork filling.

Directions

• Cut pork into slices 1/4-inch thick. Place pork in plastic bag; add dressing, turning to coat. Tie bag securely and marinate at least 15 minutes (no longer than 1 1/2 hours). Remove pork from marinade and discard marinade.
• Brown pork in oil in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, about 4-5 minutes. Add tomatoes and spinach. Cover tightly and cook over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Pour off liquid. Meanwhile remove soft centers from bread to form "boats". Spoon 1 cup pork mixture into each boat. Sprinkle each with equal amount of cheese.