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Mushroom Pâté Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 If using dried mushrooms, place this in a bowl & cover with 2 c hot water.
Step #2 Let stand until soft, 15 to 30 mins.
Step #3 Squeeze mushrooms under water to release any grit, then lift out & rinse thoroughly under running water, carefully rubbing to release any remaining grit; discard soaking water.
Step #4 If using shiitakes, trim off & discard tough stems; coarsely chop mushrooms.
Step #5 Meanwhile, rinse fresh mushrooms.
Step #6 If using shiitakes, trim off & discard tough stems.
Step #7 Coarsely chop mushrooms.
Step #8 In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, melt butter.
Step #9 Add fresh & soaked dried mushrooms, shallots, curry powder, & cumin; stir often until all liquid is evaporated & mixture is lightly browned, garlic, 6 to 8 mins.
Step #10 In a food processor/blender, whirl nuts until finely ground.
Step #11 Add oil & whirl until mixture forms a paste.
Step #12 Add mushroom mixture & whirl until smooth.
Step #13 Add salt & pepper to taste.
Step #14 Mound in a bowl.
Step #15 Sprinkle top with parsley.
Step #16 Serve pâté with baguette slices or crackers.
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