Smoked Steak and Bold Blue Crostini

This crostini is a sophisticated, savory bite that captures the essence of a gourmet steakhouse. Tender, thinly sliced smoked steak is paired with the sharp, creamy tang of blue cheese and a hint of sweet caramelized onion. It's the perfect robust appetizer to celebrate the man of the hour.

Meat & Poultry

Ingredients

baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons olive oil
oz thinly sliced smoked sirloin or flank steak
oz high
quality blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup caramelized onions
tablespoon balsamic glaze
Fresh chives, finely chopped, for garnish

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet for 8 minutes
minutes, or until golden and crisp.
While the crostini are still warm, spread a small amount of caramelized onion onto each slice.
Top the caramelized onion with a piece of the thinly sliced smoked steak, folding it slightly for presentation.
Sprinkle a generous amount of crumbled blue cheese over the steak. Return the crostini to the oven for 2 minutes
minutes, just until the cheese begins to soften and melt slightly.
Drizzle each crostini with a few drops of balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh chives before serving.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For a truly "masculine" pairing, serve this crostini with a bold, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon or a smoky, peated Islay Scotch whisky.

From the Tini Crostini Collection