Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
10.5 unit

spaetzle

cooked

0.5 cup

baby carrots

sliced

1 pound

pork tenderloin

sliced

3 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.75 tsp

black pepper

0.5 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

butter

10 unit

frozen cut green beans

1 cup

frozen pearl onions

8 unit

sour cream

3 tbsp

Dijon mustard

0.33 cup

milk

3 tbsp

fresh dill

snipped

Step 1
~4 min

Cook spaetzle according to package directions, adding sliced carrots for the last 10 minutes.

Step 2
~4 min

Slice pork tenderloin in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick slices.

Step 3
~4 min

Place pork slices in a plastic bag with flour, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; seal and shake to coat evenly.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Working in batches, add pork slices and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, turning over.

Step 6
~4 min

Add frozen green beans (breaking them apart) and onions; cook, stirring, for 4 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, mustard, milk, dill, remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Step 8
~4 min

Add sour cream mixture to the pork and vegetable mixture in the saucepan, stirring constantly.

Step 9
~4 min

Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and the sauce is thick and creamy.

Step 10
~4 min

Drain spaetzle-carrot mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Arrange spaetzle-carrot mixture on a platter.

Step 12
~4 min

Top with pork-vegetable mixture.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.

Garnish with extra fresh dill before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

A crusty bread is great for sopping up the sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with vinaigrette
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany (Inspired)

Cultural Significance

German cuisine often features pork and creamy sauces.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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