Ingredients

2 pounds medium plums, halved and pitted2/3 cup cider vinegar1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon each ground cloves, cardamom and allspice2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

In a large saucepan, bring plums and vinegar to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; transfer to a food processor. Cover and process for 1-2 minutes or until blended; strain.

Return plum mixture to the pan; stir in the brown sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.

Place pork on a rack in a roasting pan; sprinkle with pepper. Set aside 1/2 cup plum sauce for serving. Spoon half of the remaining sauce over pork.

Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, basting occasionally with remaining sauce. Serve with reserved sauce.