🥩 Steak Crostini with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

🛒 Ingredients

For the Steak

• 2 steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin)
• Salt & black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
• Fresh thyme (optional)

For the Crostini Base

• 1 baguette, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic (for rubbing)

For the Mushroom Sauce

• 1 tbsp butter
• 200 g (7 oz) mushrooms (sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup beef broth
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste

For Garnish

• Fresh thyme or parsley
• Extra cracked black pepper

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crostini

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brush baguette slices with olive oil.
3. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
4. Rub lightly with garlic while still warm.

Step 2: Cook the Steak

1. Pat steak dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet over high heat with olive oil.
3. Sear steak:
   • 3–4 minutes per side (medium-rare)
4. Add butter, garlic, and thyme → baste the steak.
5. Remove and rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly.

Step 3: Make the Mushroom Sauce

1. In the same pan, melt butter.
2. Add mushrooms → sauté until golden and soft.
3. Add garlic → cook 30 seconds.
4. Pour in beef broth → simmer slightly.
5. Add heavy cream + Parmesan.
6. Stir until thick, smooth, and creamy.
7. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4: Assemble

1. Place sliced steak on each crostini.
2. Top with sautéed mushrooms.
3. Spoon creamy sauce over the top.
4. Garnish with herbs and black pepper.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Party appetizer 🍷
• Date-night starter ❤️
• Fancy brunch option 🥂

💡 Pro Tips

• Let steak rest → keeps it juicy
• Slice against the grain → mềm hơn
• Don’t overcrowd mushrooms → they need space to brown

🔥 Flavor Profile

• Juicy, tender steak
• Buttery toasted bread
• Earthy mushrooms
• Rich, creamy, slightly peppery sauce