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Yield: 8 portions


Ingredients
Amount
Crème fraîche
1/3 C
Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp
Wholegrain mustard 1 Tbsp
Chives, minced 2 tsp
Tarragon, fresh, chopped 1 tsp
Salt and cayenne pepper to taste
Precooked Shoulder Tender or Prime Rib 1 1/2 lb
Extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp
Country bread 8 slices
Butter 3 Tbsp
Watercress, thick stems removed 2 bu
Lemon juice as needed
Tomato Confit (recipe follows)  

Method

1. Combine the crème fraîche, mustard, chives and tarragon in a small bowl and whisk to blend. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Toast the bread on the grill and spread each slice with butter while still warm.
3. Toss the watercress with the crème fraîche dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper or lemon juice if necessary.
4. Slice the beef thinly. On each slice of toast, arrange some of the beef, then the watercress and finally the tomatoes. Serve at once.

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