Roasted Garlic Mushrooms

 

16 even-sized open cup mushrooms, stalks cut level 

3 Tbsp corn or vegetable oil                                                                                                       

4 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened 

3 cloves garlic, chopped very finely

2 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped 

1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice 

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste                                                                                     

3 Tbsp fresh breadcrumbs


Preheat the oven to 400F. Lightly fry the mushrooms, cap-side down, in hot oil for 20 seconds.

Arrange the mushrooms in a shallow roasting tin with the stalks facing upwards.

Mix together the butter, garlic, thyme, lemon juice and seasoning. Spoon a little garlic butter on to each mushroom, then lightly press the breadcrumbs on top. Either refrigerate for later use, or cook immediately in the oven for 10 minutes.