A whimsical dish with wild mushrooms, herb moss crumbs, whipped goat cheese, and rustic sides.
# What You'll Need:
→ Mushrooms
01 - 10.5 oz assorted wild mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, oyster)
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
06 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Herb Moss Breadcrumbs
07 - 2 slices rustic sourdough bread, torn into small pieces
08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
09 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
10 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil
12 - Zest of ½ lemon
13 - Pinch of salt
→ Whipped Goat Cheese
14 - 5.3 oz soft goat cheese
15 - 2 tbsp cream cheese
16 - 1 tbsp milk or cream
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Platter Accompaniments
18 - 1 cup baby arugula or microgreens
19 - 1 handful radishes, thinly sliced
20 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
21 - Edible flowers (optional, for garnish)
22 - Rustic crackers or crostini
# Step-by-Step:
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 garlic and thyme; sauté for another minute. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
02 - Pulse sourdough bread in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. Combine with olive oil, parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, and salt. Toast the 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 - Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat goat cheese, cream cheese, and milk or cream until light and fluffy. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Spread the whipped goat cheese evenly over the center of a large serving board. 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 - Present immediately so guests can create their own bites.
