Crostini con Paté

Crostini con Paté is a delightful Italian snack featuring crispy toasted bread topped with a flavorful and nutritious spread made from mushrooms and herbs. This healthy dish is perfect for sharing and brings a touch of Italian tradition to your table.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mushrooms (mixed variety) - 150 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, fresh or dried
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese - 20 grams, grated (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the baguette into 1 cm thick pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet.
3. Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
4. Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
5. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. Add the finely chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become golden, about 8-10 minutes.
7. Stir in the chopped parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
8. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mushroom mixture cool slightly.
9. Spread the mushroom paté evenly over the toasted baguette slices. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your Crostini con Paté!

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms, which can support immune function.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that promote heart health.

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