Mushroom pate

Mushroom pate

Ingredients/Components

• pkg - 1 oz
• salt - 1/2 tsp
• lemon juice - 1 tsp
• fresh parsley, chopped - 2 Tbsp
• cayenne pepper - 1/8 tsp
• unsalted butter - 1/4 c
• chopped walnuts, toasted - 1/2 c
• shallot, minced - 1 item

How to make mushroom pate:

In heavy skillet, saute shallot and mushrooms in butter; add pepper, salt and lemon juice. Cook over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Cool. Stir in 1/2 cup toasted walnuts. Refrigerate overnight. Serve in crock at room temperature with crackers. Garnish with parsley and walnuts. Yields 1 1/2 cups.

Recipe categories: Appetizers, Mushroom, Spreads.