Roast Beef Croustades

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).

2. 2

   Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof frying pan over high heat.

3. 3

   Season the beef with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Place in the pan and cook, turning once, for about 3 minutes, until seared on both sides.

5. 5

   Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for about 10 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of the roast reads 130F (55C).

6. 6

   Let cool.

7. 7

   Carve the beef into small strips.

8. 8

   Meanwhile, place the tomatoes, cut-side up, on a baking sheet.

9. 9

   Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tbsp oil, sugar, and some salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Roast for 30 minutes.

11. 11

    To make the mustard mayonnaise, combine the mayonnaise and the mustard in a bowl and mix well.

12. 12

    To assemble the croustades, spoon the mayonnaise mustard into the croustade baskets.

13. 13

    Top each with the beef and 2 cherry tomato halves.

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    Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.