Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini
Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini
Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini is a delightful appetizer that combines the earthy flavors of cauliflower mushrooms with the bold and creamy taste of blue cheese. Here's a recipe for this savory and elegant dish:
For the Cauliflower Mushroom Topping:
2 cups cauliflower mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Blue Cheese Spread:
4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) blue cheese, crumbled
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
Black pepper, to taste
For the Crostini:
Baguette or French bread, thinly sliced
Olive oil for brushing
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini
Country of Origin
Italian
Type
Appetizer
Culinary Skill Level
Moderate
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Recipe inspired by and courtesy of The Mushroom Lady
For the Cauliflower Mushroom Topping:
2 cups cauliflower mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Blue Cheese Spread:
4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) blue cheese, crumbled
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
Black pepper, to taste
For the Crostini:
Baguette or French bread, thinly sliced
Olive oil for brushing
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini
Country of Origin
Italian
Type
Appetizer
Culinary Skill Level
Moderate
Share this mushroom-based recipe!
Recipe inspired by and courtesy of The Mushroom Lady
Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower Mushroom Topping
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower mushrooms and fresh thyme leaves to the skillet. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and any liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Blue Cheese Spread
In a bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, softened cream cheese, sour cream, chopped chives, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Step 3: Prepare the Crostini
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange the thinly sliced baguette or French bread on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with olive oil.
Bake in the pre-heated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden and crisp.
Step 4: Assemble the Crostini
Spread a generous layer of the blue cheese mixture onto each crostini.
Top the blue cheese spread with a spoonful of the sautéed cauliflower mushroom mixture.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Garnish the Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini with chopped fresh parsley.
Arrange the crostini on a serving platter.
Enjoy:
Serve the crostini immediately and savor the delicious combination of flavors and textures.
These Cauliflower Mushroom and Blue Cheese Crostini make for an elegant appetizer that is perfect for entertaining guests or as a sophisticated snack. The earthy mushrooms, creamy blue cheese, and crisp crostini create a harmonious blend of flavors that will impress your taste buds.
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Potential Health Benefits
These 'potential' health benefits are areas that the recipe's mushroom has shown clinical evidence, as referenced on this website. On the Benefits Page you can see every '*' is a vetted .gov study to encourage people to research mushrooms, consumers to be more educated, and to highlight the growing body of data we have that indicate certain mushrooms are good for us to eat. Nothing on this website should be taken as advice or prescriptive, as The Mushroom Lady is here to generate awareness, education, and interest around fungi and nothing else.
Potential Health Benefits
These 'potential' health benefits are areas that the recipe's mushroom has shown clinical evidence, as referenced on this website to help with. On the Benefits Page you can see every * is a vetted .gov study to encourage people to research mushrooms, consumers to be more educated, and to highlight the growing body of data we have that indicate certain mushrooms are good for us to eat. Nothing on this website should be taken as advice or prescriptive, as The Mushroom Lady is here to generate awareness, education, and interest around fungi and nothing else.
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Potential Health Benefits
These 'potential' health benefits are areas that the recipe's mushroom has shown clinical evidence, as referenced on this website to help with. On the Benefits Page you can see every * is a vetted .gov study to encourage people to research mushrooms, consumers to be more educated, and to highlight the growing body of data we have that indicate certain mushrooms are good for us to eat. Nothing on this website should be taken as advice or prescriptive, as The Mushroom Lady is here to generate awareness, education, and interest around fungi and nothing else.
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