Cheesy Mushroom Canapes

By Master Chef on December 30th, 2013 · In Appetizers, Cheeses, Entertaining, Herbs and Spices, Holidays, Regional and Ethnic, ROTD, Salads, Techniques

Delightful Cheesy Mushroom Canapes can make a simple party a great event. Combine these little treasures with others for superb party fare.

Cheesy Mushroom Canapes

Author: Epicurus

Recipe type: Appetizer, Canapes

Cuisine: American

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons butter
4 ounces mushrooms, coarsely chopped
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 Cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
fresh ground pepper to taste
8 slices French bread (3/4-inch thick)
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
paprika
fresh parsley sprigs (optional)

Instructions

In a saucepan, melt butter. Add mushrooms and cook gently 2 minutes. Add flour and stir into mushroom mixture.
Add cheese, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and heat through gently 2 minutes or until mixture begins to melt. Remove from heat and season to taste with pepper.
Preheat broiler. Toast bread on one side only.
Spread cheese and mushroom mixture on untoasted sides.
Broil in preheated broiler 3 to 4 minutes or until melted and bubbling.
Cut slices in half and sprinkle liberally with parsley and paprika.
Garnish with parsley sprigs, if desired, and serve hot.

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