Mushrooms on Toast

Serves: 2

Prep Time: 20 min

*Ingredients currently available at the Cooperstown Farmers' Market.

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, more as needed, 1 pound thinly sliced cremini or mixed mushrooms*, 1 teaspoon chopped thyme, 2 small garlic cloves, minced, *Salt and pepper. Splash of sherry or Marsala (optional) ¼ cup crème fraîche, 2 thick slices rustic loaf, for toasting*, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

INSTRUTIONS

Heat a wide skillet over high heat and add butter, swirling pan. When butter begins to sizzle, add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add thyme and garlic, and stir to coat. Season well with salt and pepper and continue to sauté for a minute more, then add sherry, if using. Add crème fraîche and let mixture simmer 2 minutes. Meanwhile, toast bread slices until golden. Lightly butter them and place on individual warm plates. Spoon mushrooms and juices over toasted bread. Top with chopped parsley.

*Recipe via NYTimes