Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 pound mixed fresh wild mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallots
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large slices white peasant bread, cut 1/2 inch thick

Method

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
  • Add the mushrooms and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock, season with salt and pepper and simmer until evaporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer the mushrooms to a blender and puree.
  • Blend in the butter.
  • Toast the bread and spread with the mushroom butter.
  • Serve warm.