Chanterelle Mushroom and Bacon Tartlets

Wild chanterelle mushrooms and bacon combine wonderfully in this impressive and elegant starter.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 109 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon brandy
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• ½ teaspoon minced fresh thyme
• 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• ¼ cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 1 ½ cups chanterelle mushrooms, finely chopped
• ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
• 24 mini phyllo tart shells

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute shallots until they begin to brown. Add garlic and mushrooms, and cook until tender. Deglaze pan with brandy, and season with thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat, and allow to cool.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine egg, milk, Swiss cheese, cream cheese, and bacon. Fold in mushroom mixture. Spoon evenly into phyllo cups, and place cups on baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until filling is set.