WILD MUSHROOM CROSTINI

Wild Mushroom Crostini image

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp butter
12 oz assorted fresh wild mushrooms, sliced (cremini, shiitake, oyster, white)
1 - 2 small shallots, minced
2 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt & black pepper
3 - 4 Tbsp marsala wine
2 - 4 Tbsp basil leaves, finely chopped (or tbsp dry)
16 slice french bread loaf or italian (sliced 1/2 thick)
1 c mini crackers (optional)
2 - 3 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

1. Get your shrooms ready. I chopped up some of mine to smaller size.
2. Mince up your shallots.
3. Place your butter into pot and set to STOVETOP HIGH. When butter is melted add your shrooms and shallots to pot. Cook uncovered 10 -12 minutes till they are lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add your garlic, salt & pepper. Cook for 2 minutes and then add your wine & cook till absorbed, stirring constantly. Stir in basil. (If using dry basil add with the shrooms).
4. Serve the wild mushrooms in a small bowl along side of sliced country French bread and crackers. Or your favorite breads. Place a small serving knife with the shrooms along with the parmesan cheese and the chopped basil.
5. If you love your shrooms you will really enjoy this appetizer. Want a bite?