Mushroom and ricotta bruschetta is a delightful appetizer or light meal that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. This classic Italian dish can be easily prepared at home with a few simple ingredients and is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a quick and tasty snack, mushroom and ricotta bruschetta is sure to impress your taste buds.
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CREAMY MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA
Mushrooms-button, portobello and shiitake-plus a lovely blend of herbs make a hearty, flavorful topping for bruschetta. -Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 28 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms and onion in oil for 6-7 minutes or until mushrooms are browned. Stir in the cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, place baguette slices on ungreased baking sheets. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until toasted. Rub garlic over toasts; discard garlic., Stir the basil, parsley and thyme into mushroom mixture; heat through. Spoon about 1 tablespoon onto each toast. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARDEN PUREE BRUSCHETTA WITH RICOTTA SALATA
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2. Add the peas, asparagus tips, haricots verts, and green onions and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. (If you're using frozen peas, you can throw them in during the last couple of minutes, to thaw.) Drain, transfer to a bowl of salted ice water to stop cooking, and drain again. Puree the rest in a food processor with the ricotta, a drizzle of oil, and salt and pepper, to taste. Set it aside until ready to use.
- 3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- 4. Make the bruschetta by cutting thin slices of the baguette. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and bake in a hot oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and rub with peeled garlic cloves while still warm.
- 5. To serve, spoon the garden puree onto the toasted bread. Garnish with a large shaving of ricotta salada and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, if desired.
MUSHROOM RICOTTA TOAST
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until translucent, about 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until they give off their liquid and are golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add the marjoram, garlic and some salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute more.
- Meanwhile, add the ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice and salt and pepper to taste to a food processor and process until very smooth.
- Spread the whipped ricotta on the toasted bread. Toss the arugula with salt and pepper. Arrange the mushrooms on the ricotta mixture, then top with the arugula.
MUSHROOM AND TOMATO BRUSCHETTA
Wonderful for an appetizer before a pasta meal and great paired with a glass of Chianti. Feel free to add your own touches to taste!
Provided by Delray
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Mushrooms
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Broil bread slices until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes; watch carefully to prevent burning. Remove toasted slices and set aside on baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms, green onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, and parsley until mushrooms are softened and juicy, about 5 minutes. Set mixture aside. Mix diced tomatoes with balsamic vinegar in a bowl and set aside.
- Top each toasted bread slice with mushroom mixture and spread tomato mixture on top. Spread mozzarella cheese over each appetizer. Return to broiler until cheese has melted and bruschetta are hot, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 642.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA
This recipe comes from "Recipes from the Farm" brochure I picked up at Whole Foods Market. The recipe was given by Organic Mechanics Farm in Red Lion, Pennsylvania. I havent tried it looks different than most bruschettas and worth a try.
Provided by jennifer in new jer
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- slice bread on bias into 1 inch slices.
- brush with olive oil.
- sprinkle with basil or oregeno if using.
- bake for 7 minutes or until golden.
- . in a large saute pan, saute onions in oil until caramelized; about 20 minute.
- add garlic and saute until translucent.
- add mushrooms and cook for 3-5 minutes.
- finish with roasted red peppers, red wine, tomato sauce, salt and pepper to taste.
- spoon mixture onto bread and garnish with parmesean cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.2, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 547, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 8.5
WILD MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA
This bruschetta is made with chanterelle, porcini, and oyster mushrooms for a mix that's a blend of textures and flavors.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a grill or grill pan or preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush the mushrooms free of grit, and cut into 1-inch pieces. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Mince 1 garlic clove, and add one-third to pan. Add mushrooms and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and season with pepper. Cook, shaking pan, until mushrooms are golden and starting to release their juice.
- Add 1/3 cup wine; deglaze pan, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. The mushrooms should be tender but not mushy. Transfer to a large bowl; season with more salt and pepper, as desired. Repeat process with remaining two types of mushrooms and remaining butter, garlic, wine, and salt, seasoning each batch with pepper.
- Place bread on grill or on a baking sheet in the oven; toast until golden on both sides, turning once. Transfer to a serving platter. Lightly brush one side of each with oil, and rub one side with remaining garlic clove. To serve, spoon mushroom mixture over bread.
MUSHROOM AND RICOTTA BRUSCHETTA
This appetizer is super simple and tasty. Cook the mushrooms while you prepare the toasted bread, and you'll be serving these up in no time.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Mushroom Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Mix ricotta, egg, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until smooth.
- Place toasted bread slices on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and evenly divide ricotta mixture atop 4 bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is browned, about 12 minutes.
- Heat butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir mushrooms in mixture until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Add green onions; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir marsala wine into mixture and cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken stock and lemon juice to skillet; cook until liquid has evaporated. Reduce heat to low. Stir in parsley and butter. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Spoon mushroom mixture equally atop 4 slices of ricotta-topped bread slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 541.9 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
MUSHROOM PASTA WITH RICOTTA
This simple pasta highlights the great taste of affordable button mushrooms.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 3/4 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium. Add onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add wine and cook until almost evaporated, 4 to 6 minutes. Add mushrooms; season with salt and pepper and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon butter.
- Add mushroom mixture, ricotta, and lemon juice to pasta; stir to combine, adding enough pasta water to create a thin sauce. Serve topped with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Look for fresh, organic mushrooms and ricotta cheese, and a sturdy bread that can hold up to the toppings.
- Don't overcrowd the bruschetta. You want each piece to have a good amount of toppings, but not so much that they're falling off.
- If you're using a grill, make sure it's preheated to medium heat before cooking the bruschetta. This will help prevent the bread from burning.
- Keep an eye on the bruschetta while it's cooking. You don't want the bread to get too crispy or the toppings to burn.
- Serve the bruschetta immediately, while it's still hot and crispy. You can garnish it with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Mushroom and ricotta bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover mushrooms and ricotta cheese, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give mushroom and ricotta bruschetta a try. You won't be disappointed.
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