It’s Strawberry Season at The Barefoot Bistro!

Patti Hilton of the Barefoot Bistro whips up dishes using fresh strawberries from a friend's farm in Fairbluff, NC. 

Patti Hilton of the Barefoot Bistro whips up dishes using fresh strawberries from a friend’s farm in Fair Bluff, NC.  From butter to tenderloin to a famous strawberry pie, you’ll be tempted to visit your local farm too for these recipes.   The Barefoot Bistro is located at 3914 Highway 17 South in Myrtle Beach.  They have daily specials and entertainment.  Click here for their menu.  Call 843-663-0534 for reservations.

Strawberry Fields Forever – Pork Tenderloin with strawberry sauce

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth

2 cups chopped fresh strawberries, divided

12 cup white wine vinegar

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch slices

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons canola oil

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons cold water

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/2 cup chopped green onions

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine broth, 1 cup strawberries, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until slightly thickened. Strain mixture and set aside liquid, discarding solids.
  2. Sprinkle pork with garlic powder, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork in batches on both sides. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Add broth mixture to the pan; bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth and gradually stir into skillet.
  4. Return pork to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until sauce is thickened and pork is tender, about 2 minutes. Top servings with cheese, onions and remaining 1 cup of strawberries.
 
Strawberry butter

Ingredients

6 large fresh strawberries, stems removed and room temperature

1 cup butter, softened

3/4 to 1 cup confectioners’ sugar

Directions

Pulse strawberries in a food processor until chopped. Add butter and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar; process until blended. Add enough remaining confectioners’ sugar to reach a spreading consistency and desired level of sweetness. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.