Steak Pistachio Pesto Crostini

Beef Pistachio Pesto Crostini

Steak Pistachio Pesto Crostini with grated smoked gouda and bronzed tomatoes. Ready in under 30 minutes. Great for beef lovers of all ages!
I’ve been seeing all the delicious beef appetizers lately posted on the web and needed to join in the fun!
The holidays will soon be here.
That means I need some stress free recipes that look like I fussed all day! I’m kidding of course, but easy appetizers my guests will love will always top the list.
Steak Pistachio Pesto Crostini fits the bill! It makes a great small plates addition to and party or family meal.
I pan fry the steak. Grilled is delicious too!
I used Certified Angus Beef ® brand strip steak for this recipe. I find it cooks up tender every time!
Enjoy!
Beef Pistachio Pesto Crostini

Steak Crostini Pistachio Pesto

Food for Thought…What is your favorite beef or steak as an appetizer recipe? Do you go for steak and blue cheese or stilton? Maybe horsy sauce or BBQ? I would love to hear your ideas in a comment below!

Steak Pistachio Pesto Crostini

Steak Pistachio Pesto Crostini

Yield: 8 to 10 servings

Serving Size: 1 each

Ingredients

  • 1 10 to 12 ounce strip steak
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced thin
  • 1 baguette sliced into 8 to 10 pieces 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup shaved smoked gouda
  • pesto
  • 1/4 cup salted pistachios
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Heat pan over medium high heat with olive oil. Season steak with salt and pepper. Cook steak 6 minutes per side for medium rare. Temperature 125 rare 130 medium rare. Rest on rack.
  • In same pan, sear tomatoes for about 30 seconds per side. Remove from heat. cover with grated cheese.
  • pesto
  • Add pistachios, garlic, basil and cheese in a food processor. Grind into paste. Slowly add olive oil and process into pesto. Add more oil if needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Brush both sides of bread with butter. Broil to golden brown.
  • Spread browned bread with pesto. Top with thinly sliced steak and tomato sliced with cheese.
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I was not compensated for writing this post. Certified Angus Beef ® brand is a trademark of the beef I used. All opinions are my own.

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Chestnut Stuffing #SundaySupper

Chestnut Stuffing

Chestnut Stuffing goes great with turkey or beef. Chunks of chestnuts, wine and cream make this stuffing over the top!

Welcome to another fun addition of Sunday Supper!

This week it’s all about the side dishes. Without these tasty tidbits that Thanksgiving or holiday dinner is just another turkey.
We’re big on stuffing at my house. I make some version of stuffing all year round. Crusty white bread, cornbread or my favorite, potato bread breaks up the pasta and rice rotation rut.
Chestnuts give this stuffing a holiday flair. Boiled, chestnuts take on a soft, sweet flavor. Easy peasy to cook too!
I cut an “X” on the flattest side before boiling. Cover chestnuts with water and bring to a boil. Cook chestnuts about 15 minutes until soft. Cool and peel.
Chestnuts add a bit of texture, Vitamin C, folates, B vitamins and are gluten-free. These nuts are also a good source of fiber and monounsaturated fats.
So dig in and enjoy a big spoonful. After all it is the Holidays!

Chestnut Stuffing

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 cups soft bread cubes (I use potato bread)
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup half and half
  • 1/2 cup chestnuts, boiled and chopped

Instructions

  • Saute onion and celery in butter until softened. Add parsley.
  • Add broth, half and half and wine. Add chestnuts.
  • Stir in bread and mix.
  • Pour into 8x8-inch buttered baking dish. Bake uncovered at 350 for 350 minutes.
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Food for Thought…If you could have only one side dish on hour holiday table, which would you chose? I’d love to hear your thoughts in a comment below!

Thank you Caroline from  Caroline’s Cooking for hosting this event. Thanks also going out to Renee from Renee’s Kitchen Adventures for organizing today’s Sunday Supper.
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Enjoy these great sides with any meal from Sunday Supper.

Fruity Side Dishes

Other Side Dishes

Potato Side Dishes

Vegetable Side Dishes

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Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #222

Welcome to another fun Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party!

Please share your recipes, crafts and DIY projects with our friends!

Before we get started let’s say, “Congratulations” to last week’s winners!

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You can find the links to our Host Favorite Picks here at Daily Dish Magazine!
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On to the Party!

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Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies #FillTheCookieJar

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies pair craisins with white chocolate chips for a bit tart, bit sweet cookie!
Welcome to another fun #FillTheCookieJar cookie party! This month we’re sharing our Thanksgiving and fall favorite cookies with you!

Thank you Cynthia Landrie from  Feeding Big at http://FeedingBig.com for hosting this fun event! If you would like to join us, click on the cookie jar!

Now the weather is more kind to us bakers out there than this past summer. Good thing too. I was out of cookies!
These Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies look great on a fall table if they last that long!
Enjoy!

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/4 flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  • cream together butter and sugars
  • add egg and syrup
  • mix in flour and baking soda
  • add chips and cranberries
  • bake at 375 for about 10 minutes until set and golden brown
  • cool before serving
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Food for Thought… What is your favorite fall inspired cookie? Is it caramel? Maybe one with apples or pumpkin? Id love to hear your thoughts in a comment below!


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