Pork fillet in creamy honey and cream sauce.

### 2. **Sear the Pork**

Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork pieces and sear on both sides until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes per side). Remove from the pan and set aside — they’ll finish cooking in the sauce.

### 3. **Make the Sauce**

In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add the garlic and sauté briefly (about 30 seconds) until fragrant. Stir in the mustard (if using), then add the honey and cream. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.

### 4. **Simmer and Return the Pork**

Add the thyme, and if needed, a splash of stock to loosen the sauce. Return the pork to the pan, nestling it into the sauce. Simmer gently for another 5–7 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 63°C / 145°F).

### 5. **Taste and Finish**

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning. Add more honey for sweetness, a pinch of salt, or even a dash of lemon juice if you want to balance the richness.

### 6. **Garnish and Serve**

Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

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## 🍽️ What to Serve With It

This dish pairs beautifully with:

* Creamy mashed potatoes or buttered baby potatoes
* Steamed green beans, asparagus, or roasted carrots
* Rice or egg noodles to soak up all that delicious sauce
* Crusty bread for mopping up leftovers!

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## 💡 Tips & Variations

* **Add mushrooms**: Sauté sliced mushrooms before adding cream for an earthy twist.
* **Swap the protein**: This sauce works just as well with chicken breasts or thighs.
* **Make it lighter**: Use half cream and half milk, or swap in Greek yogurt (just be careful not to boil it).
* **Add a splash of white wine** for extra depth — just let it reduce before adding the cream.

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## 🧾 Final Thoughts

**Pork fillet in creamy honey and cream sauce** is the perfect dish for those who want a meal that’s both **comforting and refined**. It’s rich without being heavy, and sweet without being cloying — a balanced, flavorful main that looks like it took way more effort than it did.

Perfect for date nights, Sunday dinners, or just when you want to treat yourself (or your guests) to something extra-special.

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Would you like this adapted for a slow cooker or made into a low-carb version? I can help with that too!