Description
This elegant appetizer features tender slices of grilled beef tenderloin served on crispy crostini and topped with a rich, herb-infused Béarnaise sauce. Perfect for special occasions or as a sophisticated starter at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crostini:
- 1 baguette loaf
- 3 tbsp olive oil
For the Beef Tenderloin:
- 2 beef tenderloin filets (about 6 oz each, 2 inches thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Béarnaise Sauce:
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp shallots, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Baguette Crostini:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch thick slices. Brush both sides with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
- Cook the Beef Tenderloin:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season beef filets with salt and pepper.
- Grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust for desired doneness.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Make the Béarnaise Sauce:
- Combine vinegar, wine, shallots, and half the tarragon in a saucepan. Boil and reduce to about 2 tablespoons of liquid. Strain and cool slightly.
- Whisk in egg yolks and place over simmering water, whisking until thickened.
- Drizzle in melted butter while whisking continuously until smooth. Stir in remaining tarragon and season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Crostini:
- Place a slice of grilled beef tenderloin on each crostini.
- Spoon Béarnaise sauce over the beef.
- Garnish with additional chopped tarragon if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, sauté the spinach for the Béarnaise sauce separately before adding.
- Ensure the sauce is warm when serving, but avoid overheating as it can separate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini with beef and sauce
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 140mg