Goat Cheese Crostini With Mushrooms & Brown Butter Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice a baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Brush the slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crostini are golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter.
• STEP 3.Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 4.Spread a generous amount of goat cheese onto each crostini. Top with the sautéed mushrooms and drizzle with the brown butter. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as thyme or parsley, if desired.
• STEP 5.Serve the Goat Cheese Crostini with Mushrooms & Brown Butter immediately as an appetizer or as part of a cheese and charcuterie board.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use a good quality goat cheese for the best flavor.
• You can use any type of mushrooms you prefer, such as cremini, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms.
• If you don't have a baguette, you can use any type of crusty bread for the crostini.
• To make the crostini ahead of time, you can bake them and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Just reheat them in the oven before serving.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can substitute the butter with olive oil.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover crostini can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• To serve, you can reheat the crostini in the oven for a few minutes to crisp them up again.
• These crostini are perfect for serving as an appetizer at parties or as part of a cheese and charcuterie board.