Wild Mushroom Garlic Crostini (Printable Version)

Sautéed wild mushrooms on crisp garlic toasts, finished with shaved Parmesan and fresh thyme.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Garlic

01 - 1 baguette, sliced into 8 diagonal pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 large garlic cloves, peeled

→ Mushrooms

04 - 10 ounces mixed wild mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster), cleaned and sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Finishing

10 - 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved
11 - Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
02 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp. While still warm, rub one side of each toast with a peeled garlic clove.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped shallot and sauté for 1 minute until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add the sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden and any liquid has evaporated. Stir in 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Spoon the mushroom mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices. Top each crostini with shaved Parmesan and fresh thyme leaves or sprigs. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Features a sophisticated blend of wild mushrooms like cremini, shiitake, and oyster.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • A versatile vegetarian starter that can be easily adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Rub the garlic on the toast immediately after it comes out of the oven; the heat helps the bread absorb the garlic oils more effectively.
  • Do not wash the mushrooms with water; instead, clean them with a damp paper towel or a soft brush to prevent them from becoming waterlogged.
  • Ensure the pan is hot before adding the mushrooms to get a perfect golden-brown sear.
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