Description
Rustic mushroom crostini delivers earthy Mediterranean flavors on crisp bread slices. Rich herbal notes and garlic-infused olive oil create a memorable appetizer for intimate gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8-inch) baguette
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cremini mushrooms
- 2 medium onions (3 cups)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) goat cheese
Cooking Fats and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Liquid Ingredients and Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sliced chives
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare crostini by lightly coating bread slices with olive oil and baking at 350°F for 10 minutes, turning midway to ensure even golden crispness.
- Create deeply caramelized onions by slowly cooking in a blend of oil and butter with sugar and salt, developing rich amber color over 15-17 minutes.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms into caramelized onion pan, sautéing for 5 minutes to release moisture and develop intense earthy flavors. Enhance with minced garlic, splash of vinegar, and umami-rich soy sauce.
- Craft creamy spread by blending smooth goat cheese with finely chopped chives and aromatic garlic and onion powders until uniformly mixed.
- Layer assembled crostini by spreading herbed goat cheese generously across crisp toasted bread, then crown with savory mushroom and onion mixture. Finish with fresh cracked black pepper and delicate chive garnish.
Notes
- Customize bread thickness for crunchier or softer texture by choosing artisan or classic baguette slices.
- Enhance caramelization by using sweet onions like Vidalia for deeper, richer flavor profile.
- Experiment with mushroom varieties like shiitake or cremini to add complexity and earthy undertones.
- Create dairy-free version by substituting goat cheese with cashew-based soft cheese or plant-based cream cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg