Description
Mushroom Bouchees are delightful bite-sized appetizers made with a creamy mushroom filling wrapped in thinly rolled bread and baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make recipe combines finely chopped mushrooms, green onions, and garlic in a buttery, thickened sauce, rolled in soft white bread slices, then baked until crisp and flavorful, perfect for entertaining or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Filling
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 10 oz canned mushroom pieces, drained and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup half and half
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Bread Rolls
- 10 slices white sandwich bread
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking sheet with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare mushroom mixture: Finely chop the green onions, garlic, and mushrooms until nearly paste-like; you can also pulse them in a food processor for the same effect.
- Cook mushroom mixture: In a small saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom mixture and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant and well combined.
- Thicken the sauce: Whisk the cornstarch into the half and half until smooth, then stir this mixture into the mushrooms. Stir frequently and cook for about 3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the bread: Remove the crusts from the bread slices, then roll each slice out with a rolling pin until very flat and thin to make them easier to roll up.
- Assemble the rolls: Spread an even layer of the mushroom filling over each flattened bread slice. Carefully roll each slice tightly into a spiral, then slice each roll into 1-inch thick rounds.
- Bake the bouchees: Place the sliced rounds cut side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving these delicious mushroom bouchees as a savory appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese to the mushroom filling before rolling.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version without dairy, substitute half and half with a plant-based cream and use vegan butter.
- Use a food processor to quickly chop the ingredients for a smoother filling texture.
- Ensure bread slices are rolled very thin to avoid a doughy center after baking.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
