This recipe combines earthy chanterelle mushrooms with sweet caramelized onions on top of crispy bruschetta, creating a delicious and sophisticated appetizer that will impress your guests. It's perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to elevate your appetizer game.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 French baguette, sliced
- 1 clove of garlic, peeled and halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat
- Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes
- Add chanterelle mushrooms and thyme to the skillet, cooking until mushrooms are softened, about 10 minutes
- Season with salt and pepper to taste
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F and arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet
- Toast the baguette slices in the oven until lightly golden, about 5 minutes
- Rub each toast with the cut side of garlic clove
- Top each toast with the mushroom and onion mixture
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm
Interesting Facts
Chanterelle mushrooms are prized for their nutty and earthy flavor
Caramelizing onions brings out their natural sweetness and enhances their flavor
Bruschetta is a traditional Italian antipasto consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with various toppings