🍞 Gourmet Cheesy Mushroom and Garlic Toasts 🧀

Savor a bite of elegance with these gourmet toasts, perfect for a quick family dinner or a sophisticated snack!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices of crusty bread like baguette or ciabatta
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add mushrooms and cook until they're golden and their moisture has evaporated, approximately 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the aroma is noticeable. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes until they begin to crisp.
5. Remove the bread from the oven, and evenly distribute the mushroom mixture atop each slice.
6. Generously top with both mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
7. Bake in the oven for another 5-7 minutes or until the cheese melts and turns golden.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while warm.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 290
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Proteins: 15g
- Fats: 14g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For a gluten-free option, substitute the bread with your favorite gluten-free variety.
- Adding a drizzle of truffle oil after baking adds a luxurious twist to this dish.
- Experiment with different mushrooms like shiitake or porcini for varied flavors.

⏳ Preparation time 🕒

Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 4