Blue Cheese-Onion Steak Bites |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 48 |
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âI love the flavor pairing of blue cheese and steak. Adding garlic and onion make it even better. This is a hearty appetizer for parties or a great light lunch.ââJo-Ellen Neil, Arroyo Grande, California Ingredients:
3 large onions, thinly sliced into rings |
3 tablespoons butter |
12 garlic cloves, minced |
4 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each) |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 loaf (10-1/2 ounces) french bread baguette, cut into 1/4-inch slices |
spread: |
4 ounces cream cheese, softened |
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until onions are softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until onions are golden brown. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Meanwhile, sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack.
3. Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a meat thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°). Cut into thin slices.
4. Place bread on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 4-6 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Meanwhile, place the cream cheese, blue cheese, salt and pepper in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Spread each bread slice with 1 teaspoon cheese mixture; top with steak and onions. Yield: 4 dozen.
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