These easy crostini with wine soaked mushrooms and a tasty cheese spread are the perfect appetizer for entertaining! Vegetarian.
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It’s Monday! Oh, goody.
Actually, my Monday was better than usual today. I got an admission offer from an Ivy League grad school (WOOT) and got to go home early from work. Also, I made doughnuts last night that I have eaten twice today: as breakfast and as an afternoon snack. (No shame). Overall, best Monday I’ve had in awhile.
ALSO, I get to tell you about these super-spectacular mushroom crostini!
This book is amazing not only for the inspirational recipes and photography, but because each section is jam-packed with information about Italian cooking, traditions, and tips on how to use different ingredients. Find instructions on how to enter at the end of the post! Because right now, I have to tell you about these crostini.
You might know that I’m totally obsessed with crostini. Actually, I think I’m 75% obsessed with the bread and 25% obsessed with the snazzy toppings you can use. Whatever that says about me. (Bread RULES).
This is my absolute favorite way to cook mushrooms, and a bit of cold goat cheese lends a great, tangy kick to the sweet and earthy notes of the mushrooms. Plus, you get to cook with wine. Which is always a win. Bottom line: you should make this. It will add a whole lot of awesome to your life.
Now, back to the giveaway!
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. Thanks to all who entered, and congratulations to Ellie, who will receive a copy of Italian, Slow and Savory!
Wine Roasted Mushroom Crostini
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These easy crostini with wine-soaked mushrooms and a tasty cheese spread are the perfect appetizer for entertaining! Vegetarian.
Ingredients
For the Crostini:
- 10 baguette slices
- 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
For the Mushrooms:
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces white button or baby portobello mushrooms, sliced thick
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup red wine (I used a cabernet sauvignon)
- 2 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Cheese Spread:
- 2 Tablespoon goat cheese
- 1 Tablespoon ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped, plus extra for garnish
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes or until bread is crisp and lightly browned.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and mushrooms. Pull leaves off of the thyme sprigs and add those as well. Add salt and pepper to taste and saute 2 minutes or until mushrooms have begun to reduce.
- Add wine and balsamic vinegar to mushrooms and bring to a low simmer. Cook until liquid has almost entirely reduced, about 5 minutes. Any remaining liquid should be the consistency of a thick syrup: you can drizzle this syrup over the crostini for some added flavor! Mushrooms will be very dark in color. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the cheese spread. Spread a thin layer of cheese spread onto each crostini, then top with mushrooms and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
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Can u serve this at room temp?
Hi Katie – Yes! That is what makes these crostini perfect for entertaining. I recommend assembling them as close as possible to when you’ll be eating them to be sure the baguette doesn’t get too soft.
This sounds good, but there is no ingredient list with portions.
Help! Ready to make these and directions show on screen but not INGREDIENTS
How much
Mushrooms
Wine balsamic
Cheese????
This! I’m not seeing anything…
Delicious!!!!