Guide to Common Cuts of Pork
Confused by all the options at the supermarket when shopping for pork? Scroll through the slideshow to learn the difference between eight common cuts of pork and the best ways to prepare them.
Tenderloin
Aptly named, the tenderloin is one of the most tender cuts of pork. It can be marinated for a few hours (up to 12) in the refrigerator. The tenderloin should not be cooked for too long or at too high a heat or it will get dry.
Grill or barbecue: For a tenderloin of 1 to 1½ pounds, grill on medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
Roast: For 1 to 1½ pounds, roast at 425 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes.
Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Fresh Sage