CREAMY MUSHROOMS ON TOASTED COUNTRY BREAD

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Provided by Susan Herrmann Loomis

Categories     Milk/Cream     Wine     Dairy     Mushroom     Appetizer     Sauté     Vegetarian     Lunch     White Wine     Fall     Spring     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce dried morel mushrooms
1 cup boiling water
1 pound button mushrooms, trimmed and wiped clean, and thinly sliced
1 cup buttery white wine, such as an Arbois or a light Chardonnay
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
One-half cup crème fraîche or heavy, non ultra-pasteurized cream
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 good-sized (about 6 x 4 inches) slices of freshly baked, crusty bread
Chervil sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Place the dried morels in a medium-sized bowl and pour the water over them. Let sit for 1 hour, then lift the mushrooms from the soaking water, and strain the water if necessary through several thicknesses of cheesecloth. Reserve the soaking liquid.
  • 2. Place the morels and the button mushrooms in a medium-sized, heavy bottomed saute pan, pour the wine over them and place over medium-high heat. Cook the mushrooms in the wine, which should remain at a vigorous boil, stirring from time to time so they cook evenly, until all but about 1 tablespoon of the wine has evaporated, and the mushrooms are still moist, not dry which will take 8 to 10 minutes. Lower the heat to medium, add the butter to the mushrooms and stir until it has melted, then sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir constantly for about two minutes, so the flour is completely mixed into the mushrooms. Add the mushroom cooking liquid and stir until it is thoroughly blended with the ingredients in the pan and has begun to thicken, about 4 minutes. Stir in the crème fraîche and cook until it is thickened and completely incorporated into the ingredients and the mushrooms are tender though not completely limp, 4 to 5 minutes. Taste for seasoning.
  • 3. While the mushrooms are cooking, toast the bread lightly on each side, and place two pieces on each of four plates. Pour equal amounts of mushrooms and sauce over the bread. Garnish the plates with the chervil, and serve immediately.

boakye jedidia
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The mushrooms are packed with nutrients, and the bread is a good source of fiber.


Fresh Start LLC
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I added a few extra vegetables to this recipe, such as some chopped carrots and celery. It turned out even more delicious!


Neji Cuba
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I always have a few slices of bread left over from other meals, and this is the perfect way to use them up.


Shoumik saha Dhrubo
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and elegant dish. It's the perfect recipe for a special occasion.


Ramseier Hitamoore
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm definitely going to be making this again soon.


Mohammed Hilmy
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always turned out perfectly. It's a great recipe for beginners, and it's also a great way to impress your friends and family.


chok fibi
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat mushrooms. My kids love the creamy mushrooms, and they always ask for seconds.


Robloxs Girl
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The mushrooms are earthy and savory, the cream is rich and creamy, and the bread is crispy and flavorful.


Lina Mamzondi
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This dish is so versatile. I've served it as an appetizer, a main course, and even a side dish. It's always a hit, no matter how I serve it.


Ch Musfira
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy mushrooms and the toasted country bread.


Gw Noyon ff
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I added a few extra ingredients to this recipe, such as some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a pinch of red pepper flakes. It turned out delicious!


Nubian Prince
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mushrooms. I always have a few mushrooms left over from other recipes, and this is the perfect way to use them up.


Mohammed Yassin
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Mina Rai
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The mushrooms are so rich and creamy, and the bread is the perfect vessel for them.


Najam Naz
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This recipe was a hit! The mushrooms were creamy and flavorful, and the toasted country bread was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.