ASPARAGUS GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA WITH PORCINI VINAIGRETTE

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Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Bread     Mushroom     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Graduation     Wedding     Goat Cheese     Asparagus     Spring     Shower     Engagement Party     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing
2 bunches (2 pounds) green asparagus (not pencil), ends trimmed to 6 inches
8 ounces fresh goat cheese, softened
8 (1/2-inch thick) slices good quality bread, such as pain de mie, pullman or sourdough, crusts trimmed

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette:
  • Put dried mushrooms in a heatproof bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let stand 20 minutes. Pour mushrooms with liquid through a paper towel-lined sieve into a small saucepan. Transfer mushrooms to a cutting board and finely chop. Add vinegar, shallots, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and half of mushrooms to saucepan and boil mixture until it is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil and add salt and pepper to taste. Sauce can be served warm or at room temperature.
  • Make bruschetta:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in upper third.
  • Stir together remaining chopped mushrooms with softened goat cheese in a small bowl.
  • Place a steamer basket in a 5-quart pot filled with 2 inches of water. Steam asparagus, covered, just until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry.
  • Halve asparagus crosswise.
  • Arrange bread slices on a large baking sheet. Brush with some olive oil and bake until golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Spread goat cheese mixture generously on toasts.
  • To serve, place a toast in the center of a salad plate and arrange 4 or 5 stem ends of asparagus on each. Top stems with asparagus tips, arranging them perpendicular to stems. Drizzle asparagus and surrounding plate with vinaigrette.

Abdus Sobur
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This recipe is a must-try! The asparagus and goat cheese bruschetta is delicious and the porcini vinaigrette is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


MH mehandi
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. The asparagus and goat cheese bruschetta turned out beautifully and the porcini vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Tikaram Sanjel
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This bruschetta is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of asparagus, goat cheese, and porcini mushrooms. The vinaigrette is also delicious and adds a nice touch of acidity.


Md Mokaddes
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The asparagus and goat cheese are a classic combination and the porcini vinaigrette adds a unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Deus McCrakin
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This bruschetta is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the porcini vinaigrette really takes it to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe.


zabihullah khan
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I love this recipe! The asparagus is perfectly cooked and the goat cheese is creamy and tangy. The porcini vinaigrette is also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Dilawar Bajwa
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This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus and goat cheese bruschetta is simple to make and absolutely delicious. The porcini vinaigrette adds a touch of elegance. I will be making this again for sure.


Charlotte Mcguire
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I'm a big fan of asparagus and goat cheese, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The bruschetta is delicious and the porcini vinaigrette is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Vikash Baniya
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This bruschetta is so flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of asparagus, goat cheese, and porcini mushrooms. It's a great appetizer for any occasion.


parmida faramarzi
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Yum! This recipe is a winner! The asparagus and goat cheese are a match made in heaven and the porcini vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


arzna theflowkiller
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This bruschetta is amazing! The asparagus is perfectly tender and the goat cheese is creamy and tangy. The porcini vinaigrette adds a delicious earthy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Siyanda Kweleta
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! The bruschetta was easy to make and everyone raved about how delicious it was. The asparagus and goat cheese were a great combination and the porcini vinaigrette added a nice touch of flavor


Taqi Mughal
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Delicious! The asparagus and goat cheese bruschetta was a hit at our party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The porcini vinaigrette was especially tasty and added a nice touch of umami.


Ismail Hossain
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Wow! Just wow! This bruschetta was everything I had hoped for and more. The asparagus was perfectly cooked, the goat cheese was creamy and tangy, and the porcini vinaigrette added a depth of flavor that made my taste buds dance. Will definitely be ma


Oky Me
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This asparagus and goat cheese bruschetta with porcini vinaigrette was an absolute delight! The flavors blended together perfectly, creating a symphony of tastes. The asparagus was tender and slightly smoky, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and t