Polenta Crostini with Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Polenta Crostini with Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce mushrooms, porcini dried; 4 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 1 large red onion finely minced; 2 small garlic cloves finely minced; 1 pound mushrooms brown, fresh, such as cremini or portobello, well cleaned and sliced; 4 small italian plum (roma) tomatoes ripe, chopped; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves flat-leaf, chopped; 1 x salt; 1 x black pepper freshly ground; 1 x polenta quick; 1 x olive oil

Servings: persons

1 ounce mushrooms, porcini dried
4 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin
1 large red onion finely minced
2 small garlic cloves finely minced
1 pound mushrooms brown, fresh, such as cremini or portobello, well cleaned and sliced
4 small italian plum (roma) tomatoes ripe, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley leaves flat-leaf, chopped
1 x salt
1 x black pepper freshly ground
1 x polenta quick
1 x olive oil

1
Soak dried mushrooms in warm water to cover at least 45 minutes or until softened.
2
Remove from liquid carefully and rinse well under cold running water to remove any sand still clinging.
3
Chop mushrooms roughly and drain thoroughly.
4
Strain soaking liquid at least twice through sieve lined with cheesecloth or paper towels, and reserve for use in another dish.
5
Heat olive oil in heavy skillet and saute onion until translucent and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
6
Add garlic and all mushrooms, turn heat to low and cook, stirring intermittently, for up to 20 minutes, until tender.
7
Add tomatoes, parsley, salt and pepper to taste.
8
Continue cooking another 5 minutes.
9
Cut Quick Polenta into slices 2 inches wide and 3 to 4 inches long and brush lightly with olive oil to taste.
10
Broil until firm and lightly crisp on both sides.
11
Place spoonful of hot mushroom sauce on top of each crostino and serve.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce mushrooms, porcini dried, 4 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin, 1 large red onion finely minced, 2 small garlic cloves finely minced, and more.

Yes, Polenta Crostini with Mushrooms falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Polenta Crostini with Mushrooms

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions