Grilled Mushrooms with Goat Cheese

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).

2. 2

   To make the dressing, whisk together all the ingredients and set aside.

3. 3

   Cut the bread diagonally into 1/4 in (6mm) slices.

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   Brush both sides with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.

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   Bake for 10 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.

6. 6

   Remove the stems from the mushrooms.

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   Slice the goat cheese into rounds.

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   Place a slice in each mushroom cap.

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   Position the broiler rack about 6in (15cm) from the source of heat and preheat the broiler.

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    Place the mushrooms on the broiler rack.

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    Drizzle with a little olive oil and the balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.

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    Grill for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the mushrooms are tender.

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    To serve, top each toast with a mushroom, and drizzle with the dressing.

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    Variation

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    Blue Cheese Mushrooms: Use a mild blue cheese, such as Roquefort or gorgonzola, instead of goat cheese.

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    Omit the olives from the dressing.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.