Beef Tenderloin Crostini
A visually stunning appetizer featuring grilled beef tenderloin on a toasted baguette topped with creamy béarnaise sauce.
Ingredients
For the Crostini
- 1 unit baguette, sliced About 1-inch thick pieces
- 1 lb beef tenderloin Generously seasoned with salt and pepper
- 1 cup béarnaise sauce Can use a vegan version if desired
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp oil, for grilling To grease the grill
- to taste fresh herbs, for garnish Parsley or chives work well
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- Slice the baguette into about 1-inch thick pieces.
- Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Grilling
- Place the seasoned beef tenderloin on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until it reaches your preferred doneness.
- Remove the beef from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the beef tenderloin thinly against the grain.
- Lightly toast the baguette slices on the grill for about 3 minutes, until golden brown.
Assembly
- On each toasted baguette slice, place a piece of sliced beef tenderloin.
- Spoon a generous dollop of béarnaise sauce on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
You can customize the toppings or sauces according to personal preferences. Grilled portobello mushrooms can be used instead of beef for a vegetarian option.