Crusty Wild Mushroom Bake
(from saymyname’s recipe box)
Spread on toasted baguette slices
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Appetizers
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 scallions, finely chopped (white part only)
- 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
- 1 1/2 lbs wild mushrooms, stems removed and caps cut into bite-size pieces (shiitakes, chanterelles, (or more)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- salt
- fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350°; butter a shallow 1 ½ quart casserole dish; set aside.
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In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat; add in the scallions and garlic; cook/stir about 5 minutes, until softened.
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Layer half the mushrooms in the prepared casserole; spoon half the scallion/garlic mixture on top; sprinkle with half the parsley and half the thyme.
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Make another layer with the remaining mushrooms, scallion/garlic mixture, parsley, and thyme.
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In a small bowl, beat the half-and-half and wine; pour over the mushrooms.
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Season with salt and pepper; bake 15 minutes, covered.
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Uncover and baste the mushrooms with the liquid; sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top; bake uncovered, 10-15 minutes, until crusty.
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Serve spread on toasted baguette.