MOREL MUSHROOMS WITH BUTTER AND SHALLOTS

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With little effort, these harbingers of spring can be prepped to use in a multitude of dishes. One of the tastiest is simply sauteing them with butter and shallots. It's a classic way to highlight their umami earthiness. This preparation makes a delicious accompaniment to any main dish, though it's equally wonderful tossed with pasta, stirred into risotto, served alongside eggs -- and of course, enjoyed on its own.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 side servings (3 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 sprigs thyme
1/4 cup finely minced shallot (from about 1 small shallot)
1 clove garlic, crushed
8 ounces fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and halved through the stem
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the butter, olive oil, thyme, shallot and garlic to a large high-sided skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted and shallots are softened, about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, gently stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and are golden brown on edges of stems, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

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