Potato-Beef Canapes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the meat with salt and pepper.
2. 2
   Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Add the beef and brown on all sides, about 6 minutes.
4. 4
   Transfer the skillet to the oven; roast until a thermometer inserted into the meat registers 125 degrees F, about 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Transfer to a cutting board; let rest 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, put the potatoes in a saucepan, cover with cold water and add salt.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until just tender, up to 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Drain and let cool.
9. 9
   Mix the roasted peppers, shallot, vinegar, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the capers, garlic, rosemary, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
10. 10
    Thinly slice the beef and arrange on the potato rounds; top with the pepper salsa.
11. 11
    Serve warm or at room temperature.
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    Photograph by Con Poulos