A savory combination of wild mushrooms, herb crust, whipped cheese, and fresh greens for a delightful sharing platter.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Mushrooms
01 - 10.5 oz assorted wild mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, oyster)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste
→ Herb Moss Breadcrumbs
08 - 2 slices rustic sourdough bread, torn into small pieces
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - Zest of half a lemon
14 - Pinch of salt
→ Whipped Goat Cheese
15 - 5.3 oz soft goat cheese
16 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese
17 - 1 tablespoon milk or cream
18 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Platter Accompaniments
19 - 1 cup baby arugula or microgreens
20 - 1 handful radishes, thinly sliced
21 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
22 - Edible flowers (optional, for garnish)
23 - Rustic crackers or crostini
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 7 to 8 minutes. Add minced garlic and thyme; sauté for 1 more minute. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
02 - Pulse sourdough bread in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. Combine crumbs with olive oil, parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Toast mixture in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until crisp and vibrant green, about 3 to 5 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
03 - In a bowl, beat goat cheese, cream cheese, and milk or cream with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Spread whipped goat cheese over the center of a large wooden board or serving platter. Top with sautéed mushrooms. Scatter herb moss breadcrumbs over and around the mushrooms. Arrange arugula, radishes, cucumber, and crackers or crostini around the edges. Garnish with edible flowers if desired.
05 - Serve immediately, allowing guests to build their own bites.
