Luxurious Mushroom Pâté
Luxurious Mushroom Pâté is a creamy, decadent spread that transforms earthy mushrooms into an elegant appetizer. Perfect for any gathering or as a special treat for yourself, this recipe blends cremini and shiitake mushrooms with fresh herbs and cream cheese to create a rich, flavorful pâté. Serve it chilled on toasted baguette slices or alongside crunchy crackers for a delightful culinary experience that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, chopped
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean and chop the mushrooms into small pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add the mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and turn golden brown (approximately 5 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley; cook for an additional couple of minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a food processor. Add cream cheese and lemon juice; blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Spoon into a serving bowl or ramekin, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg