Portabella Pesto Bruschetta
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Description: Experience the delightful combination of exceptional flavors and easy preparation with this Portabella Pesto Bruschetta, perfect for any meal, whether paired with a salad or served as a delectable hors d’oeuvre at your next barbecue buffet.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: less than 30 minutes, oven
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | baby portabella mushrooms |
| 1/3 cup | butter |
| 2 | garlic cloves, crushed |
| 1 | garlic clove, whole |
| 12 | slices of bread |
| 1/2 cup | pesto sauce |
| 3/4 cup | mozzarella cheese, shredded |
| to taste | salt |
| to taste | black pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving, 1 of 12)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 72.2 |
| Total Fat | 6.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 19.1 mg |
| Sodium | 81.4 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 1.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 2.1 g |
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), ensuring it’s fully heated for optimal toasting.
- In a large skillet, melt 1/3 cup of butter over medium-high heat until it begins to sizzle, releasing a rich aroma that will entice your senses.
- Carefully add the baby portabella mushrooms along with the crushed garlic cloves to the skillet, allowing the mixture to sauté. Cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 5 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and their juices have evaporated, imparting a savory flavor.
- Once cooked, sprinkle the mushroom mixture lightly with salt, followed by a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and set the sautéed mushrooms aside, letting them cool slightly as you prepare the bread.
- Arrange the slices of bread on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the bread for about 10 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned and crispy.
- After toasting, take the remaining whole clove of garlic and gently scrape it across the tops of the toasted bread slices, imparting a subtle garlic essence that complements the other flavors.
- Next, spread the pesto sauce evenly across the tops of each slice of bread, ensuring a generous layer to enhance the overall taste.
- Layer the sautéed mushrooms over the pesto-covered bread, distributing them evenly so that each bite is packed with flavor.
- Finally, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the mushrooms, creating a deliciously melty topping.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and toast for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, showcasing a golden, inviting appearance.
Once finished, allow the bruschetta to cool for a moment before cutting them into bite-sized pieces, making them perfect for serving as hors d’oeuvres or as a delightful addition to your next barbecue buffet. Enjoy the savory burst of flavors in each delicious bite!
