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Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 quarts water
1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Rub pork with pepper; cut into 1-in. cubes. In a large nonstick
skillet, cook pork in oil over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until
no longer pink. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring water to a

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Mediterranean Pork and Orzo cont.

boil. Stir in orzo and salt; cook, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Stir in
spinach; cook 45-60 seconds longer or until orzo is tender and
spinach is wilted. Add tomatoes to the pork; cook and stir for 1
minute or until heated through. Drain orzo mixture; toss with pork
mixture and feta cheese.

Yield: 6 servings.