Description
This elegant Vol-au-Vent recipe features crisp, golden puff pastry shells filled with a rich and creamy mushroom filling. The sautéed mushrooms cooked with onions, garlic, and Dijon mustard create a flavorful and comforting dish perfect as an appetizer or light main course. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is simple yet impressive for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry Shells
- 6 puff pastry shells (store-bought or homemade)
Mushroom Filling
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Preheat the oven according to the puff pastry package instructions to ensure optimal puffing and crispness.
- Bake Puff Pastry Shells: Place the puff pastry shells on a baking sheet and bake as directed until golden brown and fully puffed. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
- Heat Butter and Oil: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add olive oil to create a flavorful base for the filling.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until they are golden brown and have released their moisture, about 7-8 minutes.
- Add Broth and Mustard: Stir in the chicken or vegetable broth and Dijon mustard. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add Cream and Season: Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce thicken over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
- Assemble Vol-au-Vent: Spoon the creamy mushroom filling generously into each baked puff pastry shell.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the filled shells for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use store-bought puff pastry for convenience or homemade for a more artisanal touch.
- Button or cremini mushrooms both work well; for a deeper flavor, consider mixing wild mushrooms.
- Vegetarian option: use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Serve as an appetizer or light main dish paired with a crisp salad.
- To reheat, warm gently in a low oven to retain pastry crispness and prevent sogginess.
