Mushroom Vol-au-Vent

Name: Mushroom Vol-au-Vent
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 4 puff pastry shells; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 10 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 shallot, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Crispy puff pastry shells filled with a creamy, garlic and thyme mushroom ragout. A classic elegant starter for special occasions.

45 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 puff pastry shells
2 tbsp unsalted butter
10 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Bake 4 puff pastry shells according to package directions until golden and puffed.
2

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat.
3

Add 1 minced shallot and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4

Add 10 oz sliced cremini mushrooms, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaves, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt, cooking for 8 minutes until browned.
5

Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp Dijon mustard, simmering for 3 minutes until thickened.
6

Remove from heat, mix in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and spoon the mushroom mixture into warm pastry shells.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for Dijon mustard in Mushroom Vol-au-Vent?

The entry for Mushroom Vol-au-Vent calls for 1 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I make Mushroom Vol-au-Vent gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 4 puff pastry shells has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free appetizer collection instead.

Is Mushroom Vol-au-Vent vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1/2 cup heavy cream. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan appetizer collection.

How many calories are in Mushroom Vol-au-Vent?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 8 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 26 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Mushroom Vol-au-Vent keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Mushroom Vol-au-Vent within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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