Mushroom and Ricotta Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of French or Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 1/2 cup of olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Brush each slice of bread with olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the wine, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese.
6. Spoon the mushroom mixture onto the slices of bread and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Bruschetta is a popular Italian appetizer.
• Mushrooms are a good source of Vitamin D.
• Ricotta cheese is a soft, fresh Italian cheese.