Looking for a show-stopping appetizer to impress your holiday guests? These Steak Bites with Blue Cheese & Caramelized Onions are the perfect combination of savory, sweet, and indulgent flavors. Tender beef paired with rich caramelized onions and creamy blue cheese creates a bite-sized treat that’s sure to elevate any gathering

Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

• 1/2 tsp Kosher salt (coarse)
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Steak Bites:

• 1 to 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
• Kosher salt for seasoning
• 8 oz blue cheese, crumbled

For the Caramelized Onions:

• 4 large sweet onions, sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Steak:

   • In a bowl, combine the beef cubes with kosher salt, parsley, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and olive oil.
   • Mix well to coat the meat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate for up to 1 hour.

2. Prepare the Caramelized Onions:

   • Slice the onions and set them aside.
   • In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes to soften.
   • Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir the onions every 5 minutes. Allow them to cook until they are deep golden brown and sweet, about 30-40 minutes.

3. Cook the Steak Bites:

   • Preheat a cast-iron pan over high heat and sprinkle a teaspoon of kosher salt into the hot pan (no oil needed).
   • Add the marinated steak cubes to the pan in batches, making sure not to crowd them. Sear each side for about 3 minutes to form a crust, without moving them around.
   • Once both sides are seared, toss the steak bites in the pan for another minute to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
   • Remove the steak bites from the pan and set aside. Repeat with the remaining steak bites.
   • (Optional broiler method: Place the steak bites on a baking sheet and broil on high for 1-2 minutes per side, or until they reach your preferred doneness. Watch carefully as this method cooks quickly.)

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Arrange the cooked steak bites on a baking sheet.
   • Top each steak bite with a spoonful of caramelized onions and a small amount of crumbled blue cheese.
   • Place the baking sheet under the broiler for just a minute to melt the blue cheese slightly.

5. Serve:

   • Remove the steak bites from the broiler and transfer them to a serving platter.
   • Add a cocktail pick to each bite for easy serving.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy!

These Steak Bites with Blue Cheese & Caramelized Onions will be the star of your holiday spread. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, they’re the perfect appetizer to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Serve them up hot, and watch them disappear!