Mushroom Toasts

Savor the earthy, comforting flavors of Mushroom Toasts, a delightful appetizer or light meal that combines golden-crisp slices of crusty bread with a rich, velvety mushroom topping. Perfectly sautéed button or cremini mushrooms are infused with garlic, shallots, and fresh thyme, then finished with a touch of heavy cream and melted Parmesan cheese for a luscious finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is ideal for entertaining or elevating your everyday brunch. Garnished with fresh parsley, these Mushroom Toasts are a celebration of flavor and texture, with hearty, creamy, and herbaceous notes in every bite. Pair them with a crisp green salad or a glass of white wine for a truly satisfying experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices Crusty bread (e.g., baguette or sourdough)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 ounces Button or cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Shallot, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Brush both sides of the bread slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Toast the bread in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped shallot and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 7

Add the thyme, salt, and black pepper to the mushroom mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to coat the mushrooms and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the mixture is creamy.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated.

Step 10

Spoon the mushroom mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.

Step 11

Garnish each toast with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your savory Mushroom Toasts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	453.7 grams (453.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	750

Total Fat 43.20g	55%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 1870mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 66.40g	24%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 21.50g	43%

Vitamin D 16IU	80%
Calcium 170mg	13%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1004mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 35.9%