Gourmet Steak Crostini Bites

Elevate your dinner game with these Gourmet Steak Crostini bites! Perfect blend of juicy steak and zesty horseradish cream.

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

1 pound sirloin, tenderloin steak, or filet mignon

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried thyme

For the Crostini:

Baguette, thinly sliced

Olive oil for brushing

For the Creamy Horseradish Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Caramelized Shallots:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 large shallots, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

Season the steak with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

Mix mayonnaise, horseradish, mustard, and lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook shallots until softened. Add vinegar and sugar, and caramelize.

Cook the steak to desired doneness, let it rest, then slice into thin strips.

Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast until golden.

Spread horseradish sauce on crostini, top with steak and shallots.

Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.