Beer-Brined Pork Tenderloin

1. In a large saucepan combine cut herbs, beer, sugar, salt, garlic, bay leaves, and shallot. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until sugar and salt have dissolved. Cool; refrigerate.

2. Add pork to brine. Marinate overnight, turning once. Drain pork, blot dry.

3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sear pork on all sides.

4. Transfer seared pork to roasting pan, cook for 20 min. in a 350° F. oven, turning once.

5. Remove pork from oven and allow to rest 5 min. before slicing and serving.