Mini toasts with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and herbs—an easy, crowd-pleasing vegetarian bite.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Mushrooms
01 - 14 oz cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
→ Aromatics & Herbs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
→ Toasts
07 - 8 small slices rustic bread, such as baguette, sourdough, or ciabatta
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing bread
→ Extras
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 - 1.5 oz grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and excess moisture evaporates.
03 - Add minced garlic and thyme to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Season mushrooms with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in chopped fresh parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
05 - Spoon the mushroom mixture onto the toasted bread slices. Sprinkle with grated cheese if desired.
06 - If using cheese, return sliders to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts. Serve warm.
