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Beef Tenderloin Crostini

A delightful appetizer combining tender beef with flavorful toppings on crispy bread, perfect for entertaining or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef tenderloin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 French baguette sliced
  • 1 cup arugula
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese Or goat cheese, if preferred
  • 1 clove garlic halved
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the beef tenderloin dry with paper towels and rub it with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
  3. Transfer the tenderloin to the oven and roast it for about 15-20 minutes for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer it well done.
  4. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C).
  5. While the beef is roasting, arrange your baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. As soon as the toast points come out of the oven, rub them with the cut side of the garlic clove.
  7. Once the beef is cooked, let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  8. On each toasted baguette slice, layer a piece of beef, some arugula, and a sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese.
  9. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Notes

Don’t rush the resting: Allowing the beef to rest keeps the juices inside, making it tender and flavorful. Feel free to swap out the blue cheese for other toppings like feta or creamy horseradish sauce. Present your crostinis beautifully with extra arugula and balsamic drizzle.