Mushroom toast
Instructions
Tip
If you have stale bread starting to lose its deliciousness, it can easily be revived in this mushroom toast. When fried in butter, all the rich flavours are enhanced, and almost any type of stale bread will make a delicious base for the mushroom and bacon filling, so do not let good bread go to waste.
Tip
The secret to the perfect mushroom toast lies in sautéing the mushrooms to perfection. Ensure your pan is sizzling hot before adding the mushrooms, as the high heat helps the water evaporate quickly as it is released from the mushrooms. As you stir, you will notice that the water releases, and this is your cue to keep them moving until these juices evaporate, leaving the mushrooms golden brown and intensely flavourful.
Ingredients
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Bacon cubes
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50 g |
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Small shallot, finely chopped
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1 |
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Butter
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25 g |
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Sourdough bread
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2 slices |
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Mushrooms, i.e. button mushrooms and chanterelles, cut into small pieces
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200 g |
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Cream cheese
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100 g |
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Chives, finely cut
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1 tbsp |
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Easy mushroom toast with bacon and cream cheese
Our classic cream cheese and mushroom toast with bacon burst with flavours and textures. The luscious cream cheese meets the earthy depth of mushrooms, all balanced by the crisp, smoky bacon notes. These rich toppings meld seamlessly with the golden toasted sourdough bread, offering a symphony of textures from creamy to crispy. The cream cheese spread blends the flavours, softening the robustness of the salty bacon and elevating the subtle flavour from the mushrooms and shallots, giving you an irresistible, flavourful toast.
Savoury and umami flavours on crispy sourdough bread
The savoury umami of mushrooms and bacon beautifully balances the crisp, tangy backdrop of sourdough bread. The shallots contribute a mild, sweet undertone that rounds out the bacon and mushrooms. This careful blend of ingredients ensures a mouthwatering play of flavours − salty richness from bacon, earthy umami from mushrooms, and subtle sharpness from sourdough.
The crisp exterior and soft interior of the butter-toasted sourdough bread balance each savoury note with its inherent tanginess and add a satisfying crunch to the smooth, creamy mushroom and bacon mixture.
Try our mushroom sandwich with melted cheese for a different take on mushroom dishes, or go all out on cheese with our stuffed garlic cheese bread or pepperoni pizza toast.
Choose between different mushrooms
You can incorporate a variety of mushrooms to add more umami, depth, and complexity to your mushroom toast. Use button mushrooms for a mild flavour, cremini mushrooms, which are a variant of the button mushroom but have a slightly darker colour and fuller flavour, portobello mushrooms for a sumptuous, meaty texture and a rich flavour, or chanterelles with a characteristic fruity, peppery flavour. Depending on which mushroom you choose, you can explore different flavourful and textural nuances, and you can also use a mix of different types for a more complex experience.
Enjoy the mushroom toast for breakfast or lunch
It is perfect for both slow and busy mornings, as the toast is easy to make but feels like an indulgent treat. For breakfast, you start the day right with a classic cream cheese toast taken to the next level with freshly sautéed mushrooms and bacon, making for the perfect combination in the morning.
The same goes for lunch, where you can easily make this at home for a quick lunch for yourself or lunch guests or enjoy it cold, bringing the prepped ingredients to work in separate containers. For a decedent lunch, serve it with mixed green salad leaves or fresh vegetables and a fresh balsamic vinegar dressing or balsamic glaze to balance the rich, indulgent mushroom toast.
Experiment with the recipe
Keep the basics of your mushroom toast, but transform it into a mushroom melt. Mix your sautéed mushrooms with melted cheese and serve on bread. You can use any type of cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella, Swiss cheese, cheddar, or provolone, and you can add additional ingredients, such as caramelised onions or spinach.
You can also make creamy mushrooms to put on the toast. Spread a bit of the cream cheese onto the toast and use the rest for the pan. After sautéing the mushrooms on the pan, add the remaining cream cheese and a splash of milk if needed.
Incorporate, for example, fresh thyme, rosemary, or tarragon into the mushrooms as they cook. Herbs can add a fragrant depth to the mushrooms and enhance their natural flavours. For garlic enthusiasts, add minced garlic to create a delightful garlic mushroom toast.
Taking the dish to another level, consider topping it with a poached or fried egg. The rich, creamy egg texture pairs well with the savoury mushrooms, the salty bacon, and the crunchy bread, giving you a balanced, deep, and rich flavour from the runny yolk.
