Steak Crostini with Blue Cheese Sauce
Steak Crostini with Blue Cheese Sauce is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines tender steak, creamy blue cheese sauce, and crispy baguette slices. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, each bite delivers a burst of savory flavors that will leave your guests wanting more. This easy-to-make dish not only impresses with its taste but also adds a touch of elegance to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 8 oz tender steak (sirloin or ribeye)
- 4 oz crumbled blue cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Toast baguette in the oven for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, season steak with salt and pepper, and sear for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- In a separate saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream and blue cheese until melted and smooth.
- Slice the cooked steak thinly and assemble by topping each crostini with steak and drizzling with blue cheese sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (about 40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating caramelized onions or roasted garlic. Substitute blue cheese with gorgonzola for a milder taste.