Mushroom Crostini
1 French stick\r\n2 tbsp olive oil\r\n\r\n2 tbsp butter\r\n8 oz cremini mushrooms coarsely chopped\r\n1 tsp chopped garlic\r\n1/4 cup whipping cream\r\n1 tbsp chopped parsley\r\n1 cup grated white cheddar\r\nsalt and pepper to taste\r\n\r\nPreheat oven to 450 degrees\r\n\r\nSlice French stick into 1/2 inch thick slices. Brush each side with olive oil and place on an oiled baking sheet and bake for 5 to 6 minutes or until lightly browned.\r\n\r\nHeat butter in a skillet on high heat. When it sizzles add mushrooms and saute for 2 minuted or until juices begin to appear. Stir in garlic and continue to cook until juices disappear, about another 2 minutes or more. Stir in cream, bring to a boil, reduce for 1 minute or until cream just coates mushrooms. Stir in parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.\r\n\r\nToss mushroom mixture with cheddar and pile on toasts. Preheat oven broiler and place all toasts on backing sheet and broil for 4 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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