Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
- 1 lb beef tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Season beef with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet over high heat and sear beef slices 1-2 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, sauté butter and garlic for 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream, Parmesan, and thyme. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens (3-4 minutes).
- Assemble: Place beef on toasted baguette slices, spoon sauce on top, and garnish with thyme.