Description
Mushroom Bouchees are elegant and savory bite-sized appetizers featuring a creamy mushroom filling rolled inside thin slices of bread, then baked to a golden crisp. Perfect for entertaining, these vegetarian treats combine delicate flavors of green onions, garlic, and mushrooms in a rich, buttery sauce, wrapped in crispy bread spirals.
Ingredients
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1 (10 oz) can mushroom pieces, drained and finely chopped
Dairy & Baking
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup half and half
Others
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 10 slices white sandwich bread, crust removed and rolled thin
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet with butter or use a nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Chop mushroom mixture: Finely chop the green onions, garlic, and drained mushrooms until they almost form a paste. Alternatively, pulse briefly in a food processor for ease.
- Cook the mushroom base: In a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped mushroom mixture and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Make the creamy filling: Whisk cornstarch into the half and half until smooth to avoid lumps. Stir this mixture into the mushroom base. Continue cooking and stirring frequently for about 3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
- Prepare the bread: Remove crusts from the white sandwich bread slices. Using a rolling pin, roll each slice out flat and thin, which will make it easier to roll and create delicate spirals when sliced.
- Assemble the bouchees: Spread an even layer of the mushroom filling onto each flattened bread slice. Roll tightly into a spiral shape, then slice each roll into 1-inch rounds, exposing the spiral.
- Bake the bouchees: Arrange 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 crisp.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving these delicious mushroom bouchees as a sophisticated appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- For a smoother filling, pulse the mushroom mixture in a food processor instead of chopping by hand.
- Use white sandwich bread for best results as it rolls easily and crisps well.
- Ensure the mushroom mixture is thick enough before spreading to prevent soggy bread rolls.
- Kosher salt is recommended for seasoning but adjust salt levels to taste, especially if using salted butter.
- These can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
