Posted by: Terrytx 11-11-99 7:34
Fresh White Mushroom Croquettes
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Serving Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables Vegetarian
Amount Measure Ingredient, Preparation Method
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1 1/2 pounds fresh white mushrooms, divided
1 large onion, quartered
1 large garlic clove
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 3/4 cups Italian flavored bread crumbs, divided
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (17 oz.) jar meatless spaghetti sauce or Alfredo sauce
Trim mushroom stems.
In food processor container, combine 1 pound (about 6 cups) mushrooms, onion and garlic; pulse just until coarsely chopped.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tbl. of oil until hot. Add mushroom mixture; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender and most of liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat; spoon into large bowl.
Stir in 1 1/4 cups crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and pepper. Form into 10 (3" long) croquettes.
Place remaining crumbs on a plate or sheet of waxed paper; coat croquettes with crumbs.
Slice remaining mushrooms; set aside.
In large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tbl. oil until hot. Cook croquettes on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat remaining oil until hot in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add reserved sliced mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in spaghetti sauce; cook until hot, about 2 minutes.
Serve over croquettes. Sprinkle with more Parmesan, if desired.