Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Delicious and elegant, these Beef Tenderloin Crostini are topped with a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for any gathering or appetizer!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broil, Sauté
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 1 pound beef tenderloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, plus extra for garnish
- Optional: Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Crostini: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Broil for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Cook Beef Tenderloin: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef slices with salt and pepper. Add beef to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Parmesan Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream thickens slightly. Stir in Parmesan cheese and thyme leaves, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until smooth and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Crostini: Spoon a small amount of the Parmesan cream sauce onto each toasted baguette slice. Top with a slice of cooked beef tenderloin.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with extra grated Parmesan and fresh thyme leaves. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness and acidity, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Beef Doneness: Adjust the cooking time for beef tenderloin according to your desired level of doneness. For accuracy, use a meat thermometer.
- Garlic Boost: For added flavor, sauté a clove of minced garlic in the skillet before adding the cream.
- Cheese Substitutes: Try Pecorino Romano or Asiago instead of Parmesan.
- Herb Variations: You can swap fresh rosemary or oregano for thyme.
- Make-Ahead: Toast the baguette slices and prepare the Parmesan cream sauce ahead of time. Keep them separate until assembling. The beef is best cooked fresh just before serving.
- Presentation: Serve the crostini on a platter for an elegant appetizer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg