Beef Tenderloin Crostini Recipe
w / Horseradish Goat Cheese
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Ingredients
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Crostini
Beef Tenderloin
Horseradish Goat Cheese Spread
Finishing & Garnish
Method
Crostini
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Slice and oil
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette on a slight diagonal into 20 (about 1/4 inch / 6 mm) slices. Arrange slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Brush or lightly drizzle both sides of each slice with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
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Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, flipping once halfway, until edges are golden and crisp but not overly browned. Remove and let cool slightly on a rack.
Horseradish Goat Cheese Spread
- 3
Make the spread
In a small bowl, combine softened goat cheese, prepared horseradish, chopped chives, lemon zest, and a teaspoon of heavy cream. Use a fork to mix until smooth and spreadable. If too stiff, add up to another teaspoon of cream. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, tasting and adjusting horseradish level to preference.
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Chill briefly
Cover and refrigerate the spread for 10 minutes while you prepare the beef so flavors meld and texture firms slightly for easier spreading.
Beef Tenderloin
- 5
Marinate briefly
If your tenderloin is already very lean and tender, keep marinade short. In a shallow dish combine soy sauce, Worcestershire, lemon juice, grated garlic, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add the thinly sliced beef and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes (no longer than 20 minutes) — this seasons the beef without cooking it.
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Sear (optional) or use raw
Option A — Quick sear (recommended for slightly caramelized edges): Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until shimmering. Working in a single layer, sear slices 10–15 seconds per side until just browned at the edges (you want rare interior). Transfer to a plate and let rest 1–2 minutes before slicing into bite-size pieces if needed. Option B — Serve raw-style (carpaccio): if using sushi-grade beef and preferred, do not sear; pat slices dry and proceed to assembly.
Assembly & Finish
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Spread
Spread about 1 teaspoon of the horseradish goat cheese onto each crostini slice. For a cleaner presentation, use a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
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