Gourmet Cheesy Mushroom and Garlic Toasts Recipe
These Gourmet Cheesy Mushroom and Garlic Toasts are a delicious appetizer or snack featuring savory sautéed mushrooms and garlic blended with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, served on crispy toasted baguette slices and garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mushroom Mixture
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Base
- 1/2 baguette, sliced
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices and melting the cheese.
- Sauté mushrooms: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes until they become soft and release their moisture.
- Add garlic and seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Sauté the mixture for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the flavors meld.
- Add cheeses: Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Prepare baguette slices: Arrange the sliced baguette pieces on a baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer.
- Top with mushroom-cheese mixture: Spoon a generous amount of the cheesy mushroom mixture evenly onto each baguette slice.
- Bake to melt cheese: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the toasts from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top for a fresh finish and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms for best flavor; cremini or button mushrooms work well.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine when sautéing the mushrooms.
- To make ahead, prepare the mushroom-cheese mixture and store it in the fridge, then assemble and bake before serving.
- For extra crispiness, toast the baguette slices for 3-4 minutes before adding the topping.
- Can be served as an appetizer, snack, or alongside a fresh salad for a light meal.
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