Creamy Mushrooms on Toasted Country Bread Recipe

Name: Creamy Mushrooms on Toasted Country Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce dried morel mushrooms; 1 cup boiling water; 1 pound button mushrooms, trimmed and wiped clean, and thinly sliced; 1 cup buttery white wine, such as an Arbois or a light Chardonnay; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; One-half cup creme fraiche or heavy, non ultra-pasteurized cream; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 good-sized (about 6 x 4 inches) slices of freshly baked, crusty bread; Chervil sprigs, for garnish

Servings: persons

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Place the dried morels in a medium-sized bowl and pour the water over them.
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Let sit for 1 hour, then lift the mushrooms from the soaking water, and strain the water if necessary through several thicknesses of cheesecloth.
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Reserve the soaking liquid.
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Place the morels and the button mushrooms in a medium-sized, heavy bottomed saute pan, pour the wine over them and place over medium-high heat.
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Cook the mushrooms in the wine, which should remain at a vigorous boil, stirring from time to time so they cook evenly, until all but about 1 tablespoon of the wine has evaporated, and the mushrooms are still moist, not dry which will take 8 to 10 minutes.
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Lower the heat to medium, add the butter to the mushrooms and stir until it has melted, then sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir constantly for about two minutes, so the flour is completely mixed into the mushrooms.
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Add the mushroom cooking liquid and stir until it is thoroughly blended with the ingredients in the pan and has begun to thicken, about 4 minutes.
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Stir in the creme fraiche and cook until it is thickened and completely incorporated into the ingredients and the mushrooms are tender though not completely limp, 4 to 5 minutes.
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Taste for seasoning.
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While the mushrooms are cooking, toast the bread lightly on each side, and place two pieces on each of four plates.
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Pour equal amounts of mushrooms and sauce over the bread.
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Garnish the plates with the chervil, and serve immediately.

1028

kcal

Calories

112

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce dried morel mushrooms, 1 cup boiling water, 1 pound button mushrooms, trimmed and wiped clean, and thinly sliced, 1 cup buttery white wine, such as an Arbois or a light Chardonnay, and more.

Yes, Creamy Mushrooms on Toasted Country Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Mushrooms on Toasted Country Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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