Mushrooms on Toast

Mushrooms on toast is making a comeback! Did you know, 20 million slices of bread are wasted every year in the UK? Toast is a great way to use up bread and with a few added extras can make for a super tasty affordable weekend breakfast.

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, more as needed

• 450 grams thinly sliced mushrooms

• 1 teaspoon chopped thyme

• 2 small garlic cloves, minced

• salt and pepper

• 1/4 cup crème fraiche

• 2 thick slices bread, for toasting

• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Method

1. Heat a wide pan over high heat and add butter, swirling pan. When butter begins to sizzle, add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.

2. Add thyme and garlic and stir to coat. Season well with salt and pepper and continue to sauté for a minute more. Add crème fraiche and let mixture simmer 2 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, toast bread slices until golden. Lightly butter them and place on individual warm plates.

4. Spoon mushrooms and juices over toasted bread. Top with chopped parsley if you have some.

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