Croûte aux Morilles with a Twist

Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) morel mushrooms 250g (8.8 oz) morel mushrooms
• 2 shallots, finely chopped 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons butter
• 250ml (1 cup) heavy cream 250ml (1 cup) heavy cream
• 120ml (1/2 cup) dry white wine 120ml (1/2 cup) dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 sheet of puff pastry 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 32g, 19g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 2g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.6g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   Clean the morel mushrooms thoroughly and slice them into bite-sized pieces.
3. 3.
   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté until translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the morel mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become tender.
5. 5.
   Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until it reduces by half.
6. 6.
   Stir in the heavy cream and thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. 7.
   Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into squares or circles, depending on your preference.
8. 8.
   Spoon the mushroom filling onto half of each pastry square or circle, leaving a border around the edges.
9. 9.
   Fold the pastry over the filling and press the edges together to seal. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
10. 10.
    Place the pastries on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
11. 11.
    Serve the Croûte aux Morilles with a Twist hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Morel mushrooms — Make sure to clean the morel mushrooms thoroughly before slicing them. They can often have dirt or debris trapped in their honeycomb-like structure. Gently rinse them under cold water and pat them dry before using.

Tips & Tricks

• If you can't find morel mushrooms, you can substitute them with other flavorful mushrooms like porcini or shiitake.
• Serve the Croûte aux Morilles with a Twist as an appetizer or a main course accompanied by a fresh green salad.
• For an extra touch of luxury, drizzle a bit of truffle oil over the filling before sealing the pastry.

Serving advice

Serve the Croûte aux Morilles with a Twist hot, straight from the oven, to fully enjoy the crispy pastry and creamy mushroom filling.

Presentation advice

Garnish each Croûte aux Morilles with a Twist with a sprig of fresh thyme or a sprinkle of chopped parsley to add a pop of color and freshness.