Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a luxurious treat, these Creamy Topped Mushrooms are the epitome of comfort and elegance. The combination of creamy sauce and tender mushrooms will leave your taste buds dancing and your guests coming back for more!
A perfect appetizer or side dish that’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Creamy topped mushrooms
INGREDIENTS
- Olive oil
- 300g butternut cubes
- 4 rashers streaky bacon
- 4 brown mushroom steaks
- 250g cream cheese
- Fresh/dried sage
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place 300g butternut cubes in a shallow baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and season to taste with salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the butternut is soft and cooked through, about 15 – 20 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside until needed.
- Chop 4 rashers streaky bacon into small pieces and fry until crispy. Place on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Wipe 4 brown mushroom steaks with a damp paper towel to clean. Remove the stems. Heat a glug of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the mushrooms and fry until dark brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the mushrooms from the pan and transfer to a platter or serving board.
- Divide 250g cream cheese among the mushrooms and top with the roasted butternut cubes.
- Sprinkle with the crispy-fried bacon bits and fresh/dried sage, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube
Photograph by Dylan Swart
Imka Webb is a freelance digital marketing expert and the digital editor of Food & Home Entertaining magazine. www.imkawebb.com
