Pork Tenderloin with Coriander-Spiced Prunes

Coriander is the kind of spice that usually plays a supporting role in curries, other sauces and spice rubs. Here it’s the star seasoning. This sweet, nutty seed complements pork, red wine and prunes so it’s perfect as the star ingredient in seasoning pork tenderloin and infusing a red wine and prune reduction sauce. I love this dish in winter; I find it so soothing and simple, but it’s elegant enough to be the main course of a festive feast for the holidays.

Love, Part III: Grilled Ginger-Bourbon Pork and Peach Salad with Soft Goat Cheese

Sometimes it’s those unlikely pairings that bring out the best in each other — like ginger and bourbon, or pork and peaches. Do you believe that opposites attract?