PECAN MUSHROOM PATé

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Deliciously different party spread. For a healthier version, substitute cooking spray for the butter and fat free evaporated milk for the heavy cream.

Provided by BonnieZ

Categories     Spreads

Time 12m

Yield 1 1/3 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, wiped clean and chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 cup coarse chopped toasted pecans, divided
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 tablespoon madeira wine

Steps:

  • In a large skillet melt butter over medium heat and add mushrooms and shallot.
  • Saute until shallot is tender and mushrooms give up their liquid.
  • Stir in salt & pepper.
  • Reserve 1 Tablespoon of the pecans.
  • In blender or food processor blend remaining pecans until a paste is formed.
  • Add the mushroom mixture, cream and madeira, blending until smooth.
  • Spoon into a serving dish and sprinkle with reserved pecans.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Serve with crackers, melba rounds or party rye.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.7, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 105.4, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 1.5

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