Mushroom-Walnut Pate Recipe

Mushroom-Walnut Pate Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 6 to 8 servings

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 cups chopped mushrooms, any variety
• 2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
• 1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
• 1 teaspoon dried savory
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 1 cup toasted walnut pieces
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
2. Lightly oil a 9-inch loaf pan and set aside
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat
4. Add the onion and garlic and cover and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
5. Add the mushrooms and cook, uncovered, until the mushrooms are soft and the liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes
6. Add the brandy, if using
7. Stir in the tahini, savory, salt and cayenne and cook, stirring for 1 to 2 minutes more
8. Set aside
9. In a food processor, chop the walnuts
10. Add the parsley and flour and pulse to combine
11. Add the mushroom mixture and process until combined
12. Taste, adjusting seasonings if necessary, then spoon the mixture into the prepared pan
13. Bake until firm, about 40 minutes
14. Cool the pate to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled
15. When ready to serve, run a knife along the edge of the pan and invert onto a plate
16. Serve at room temperature

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