Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, cook the bacon strips until about half-cooked.
3. 3
   Mix all the Spice Rub ingredients in a small bowl.
4. 4
   Rub the spice mixture onto the pork tenderloin BEFORE cutting it into medallions.
5. 5
   Wrap each medallion in a piece of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
6. 6
   Place a seasoned cast-iron skillet over high heat and once hot, add the pork medallions and cook on both sides until browned 3-4 minutes.
7. 7
   Spoon over a bit of the released bacon fat onto each medallion and transfer the skillet into the oven.
8. 8
   Bake for 15-20 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove toothpicks before serving and sprinkle medallions with chopped fresh parsley.
10. 10
    Serve!