Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Cream Sauce is an exquisite appetizer that will elevate any gathering. This dish features juicy, perfectly seasoned beef served atop crispy baguette slices, all drizzled with a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. With just the right balance of elegance and simplicity, you can prepare it in about 35 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for both casual get-togethers and formal dinners. Your guests will be impressed with the rich flavors and beautiful presentation of these gourmet bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound beef tenderloin, trimmed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and toast for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Season beef tenderloin with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sear the beef for about 2-3 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the beef rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
- In a saucepan, warm heavy cream over medium heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and black pepper; cook until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble by topping each crostini with a slice of beef and drizzling with sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg