Filet Mignon Crostini with Rosemary Pesto Recipe

Name: Filet Mignon Crostini with Rosemary Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 12-ounce filet mignon steaks; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 slices French baguette, sliced on the bias 1/2-inch thick, toasted; Olive oil, for drizzling on crostini; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 4 ounces gorgonzola dolce; Rosemary Pesto, recipe follows; 10 to 12 cherry tomatoes, sliced into rounds; Sea salt, for garnish; 1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese; 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted; 3 cloves garlic, cooked in boiling water for 5 minutes; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

One 12-ounce filet mignon steaks
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 slices French baguette, sliced on the bias 1/2-inch thick, toasted
Olive oil, for drizzling on crostini
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 ounces gorgonzola dolce
Rosemary Pesto, recipe follows
10 to 12 cherry tomatoes, sliced into rounds
Sea salt, for garnish
1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
3 cloves garlic, cooked in boiling water for 5 minutes
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
2
For the filet mignon: Sprinkle both sides of the steak with ample amounts of salt and pepper.
3
Add the olive oil to the skillet and then add the steaks.
4
Sear each side until a nice char appears and the steak is medium-rare (125 to 130 degrees F), 5 to 6 minutes.
5
Let the meat rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
6
For the crostini: Drizzle each side of the baguette slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7
Place on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly golden, 7 to 10 minutes.
8
Once toasted, schmear a thin layer of gorgonzola on each crostini.
9
For the crostini build: Thinly slice the rested steak and top each gorgonzola-schmeared crostini with slice or 2 of filet.
10
Spoon a bit of Rosemary Pesto on top and garnish with the tomato slices and sea salt.
11
Seal the deal with a little Dean Martin and a good glass of wine.
12
In a food processor, process the herbs, Romano cheese, nuts, garlic and some salt and pepper until smooth.
13
Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula and, with the motor running, stream in the olive oil.
14
Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 12-ounce filet mignon steaks, Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 12 slices French baguette, sliced on the bias 1/2-inch thick, toasted, and more.

Yes, Filet Mignon Crostini with Rosemary Pesto falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Filet Mignon Crostini with Rosemary Pesto

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