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Savoury Sautéed Mushroom and Cheese Crostini

Savoury Sautéed Mushroom and Cheese Crostini is an elegant hors d'oeuvre that's easy to prepare. Toasted Villaggio® Classico Italian Style Thick Slice White Bread is topped with flavourful ingredients for a crisp and aromatic appetizer that's sure to become an instant favourite. Serves eight.

Preparation 15 min
Total 30 min
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 slices Villaggio® Classico Italian Style Thick Slice White Bread
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups sliced mixed mushrooms (about 12 oz/375 g)
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
  • 3 tbsp (45 mL) goat cheese
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) cream cheese
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut crusts from bread; using rolling pin, roll out bread to flatten slightly.
  3. Cut into triangles.
  4. Place on baking sheet; bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until toasted and golden.
  5. Heat oil in large skillet set over medium-high heat; cook garlic and mushrooms, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes or until browned and moisture has evaporated.
  6. Stir in thyme, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  7. Meanwhile, mix together goat cheese, cream cheese and dijon mustard; spread over toast points.
  8. Top evenly with mushroom mixture; sprinkle with shaved parmesan cheese.