Best 2 Wild Mushroom Timbales With Bacon And Arugula Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Wild Mushroom Timbales with Bacon and Arugula, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These elegant individual servings, also known as Mushroom Wellington, combine the earthy goodness of wild mushrooms with the smoky richness of bacon, all wrapped in a flaky puff pastry blanket. The accompanying recipes in this article offer variations to suit every palate, including a vegetarian option and a step-by-step guide to making homemade puff pastry from scratch. Get ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to a delightful meal that celebrates the beauty of wild mushrooms.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FUNGHI ALLA FIORENTINA (SEARED MUSHROOMS WITH WILTED ARUGULA)



Funghi alla Fiorentina (Seared Mushrooms with Wilted Arugula) image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms, such as royal trumpets, cleaned and cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts
4 cups packed baby arugula

Steps:

  • Heat a straight-sided medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil; heat for another minute. Add the mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cranberries and walnuts; cook 1 minute more. Turn off the heat, add the arugula and another 1/4 teaspoon salt, and toss gently with the mushroom mixture to wilt.

WILTED ARUGULA AND PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



Wilted Arugula and Portobello Mushrooms image

Arugula and portobello mushrooms are simmered with onion, garlic, sherry, and red pepper flakes. A tasty side dish and good way to get some veggies! You can easily substitute wine for the sherry and veggie broth for the chicken broth depending on your preferences.

Provided by JUMAHA

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 portobello mushroom cap, chopped
¼ cup dry sherry
¼ cup chicken broth
4 cups arugula leaves
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes and chopped mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are coated with oil and begin to soften.
  • Pour in sherry and chicken broth. Simmer until liquid is reduced by half. Add arugula and cook until wilted, about one minute. Season with black pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 195 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right mushrooms. For this recipe, you'll need a mix of wild mushrooms, such as shiitake, oyster, and chanterelle. You can find these mushrooms at most farmers markets or specialty grocery stores.
  • Clean the mushrooms properly. To clean the mushrooms, gently brush off any dirt or debris. You can also rinse them quickly under cold water, but be sure to pat them dry immediately so they don't absorb too much water.
  • Cook the mushrooms until they're tender. The mushrooms should be cooked until they're soft and slightly browned. This will help to bring out their flavor.
  • Don't overcook the bacon. The bacon should be cooked until it's crispy, but not too hard. This will help to add a nice smoky flavor to the timbales.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the timbales. Use a hard cheese, such as Parmesan or Gruyère, that will melt well.
  • Serve the timbales immediately. The timbales are best served hot, so make sure to serve them as soon as they're cooked.

Conclusion:

Wild mushroom timbales with bacon and arugula are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a special dish to impress your friends or family, give this recipe a try.

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