Pork Tenderloin with Figs and Onions

2 pork tenderloins, about a pound eachSalt4 Tbsp butter1 white or yellow onion1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced8-10 mission (dark) figs, quartered2 Tbsp chopped parsley1-2 teaspoons lemon juiceBlack pepper

1 Salt the pork tenderloins well and set them out at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Heat the oven to 300?F.

2 Slice the onion into strips lengthwise (from the top to the root end). Cutting the onion this way helps keep the pieces hold their shape. (See How to caramelize onions for a visual).

3 Heat 3 tablespoons of the butter in a saut? pan over medium-high heat. Pat the tenderloins dry with paper towels. Place the tenderloins in the pan and sear on all sides, until nicely browned. Remove the tenderloins to an oven-proof pan, and place in the oven at 300?F. Cook for 15-20 minutes, until an instant read thermometer inserted into the center of the tenderloins reaches 140?F. Then remove from oven and let rest.

4 While the tenderloins are roasting, add the onions to the saut? pan along with the other tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle with salt. Toss to combine and saut? for 3-4 minutes. Add the sugar and balsamic vinegar, and toss to combine again. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 15 minutes.

5 Once the onions have softened and browned, add the rosemary and figs. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir to combine. Saut? 2 minutes, stirring often.

6 Remove from the heat. Mix in the parsley and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Slice the pork tenderloins into 1/4-inch thick slices and serve alongside the onions and figs.

Serves 4-6.

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