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Beef Tenderloin Canapés With Grainy Dijon

Prep15 min
Total15 min
Yield12 pieces
LevelBeginner
 
 
About This Recipe

For a classic yet sophisticated appetizer, these beef tenderloin canapés with grainy Dijon mustard are perfect for any gathering. The medium-rare beef tenderloin, combined with a creamy mustard spread, delivers a bold, peppery flavor that pairs beautifully with crispy toasted bread and fresh cucumber. Each bite-sized canapé is topped with a vibrant garnish, making it […]

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Ingredients

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Makes 12 Beef Tenderloin Canapés
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, — spreadable
  • 1 tablespoon grainy
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Ground pepper, — to taste
  • 12 slices cucumber, — 1/16 inch thick
  • 0.5 pound beef tenderloin, — cooked rare
  • Pea shoots, — to garnish
  • 4 slices sandwich bread, — toasted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the crust off the sandwich bread slices and cut them into four squares. Mix the cream cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and pepper. Spread this on toasted bread squares. each one with a small piece of shaved beef, pea shoot, and a cucumber slice. Keep refrigerated until you serve them.

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