Mushroom Turnovers

Mushroom Turnovers
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    169

Delicate and savory, these mushroom turnovers are encased in a rich cream cheese pastry, making them the perfect elegant appetizer for any occasion. The earthy filling, complemented by a hint of thyme, will tantalize your taste buds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    85 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    20 g
  • Sodium
    280 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare the Pastry: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and fully combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Gradually mix in the flour until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Form the dough into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax and the dough to chill. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View Sauté the Filling: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the chopped mushrooms and onion. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons of flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to combine. This will help thicken the filling. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sour cream. Heat gently until the filling is thickened and creamy. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Assemble the Turnovers: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Recipe View Lightly flour a clean work surface. Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter or a knife to cut out circles. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Place a small spoonful (about 1-2 teaspoons) of the mushroom filling on one side of each circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and press the edges firmly to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch and a tighter seal. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Use a fork to prick the tops of the turnovers to allow steam to escape during baking.

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Recipe View Place the turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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Recipe View Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the turnovers are golden brown. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View If baking frozen turnovers, add an additional 5-10 minutes of baking time. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Cool slightly before serving.

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry sherry or white wine to the mushroom filling while it's cooking.
The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Be sure to wrap it well to prevent it from drying out.
These turnovers are delicious served warm or at room temperature.
Try different types of mushrooms for a variation in flavor. Oyster, maitake, or even a mix of wild mushrooms would be excellent.

Mara Bernier

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 56 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Maegan Bauch

    Freezing them before baking is a great time-saver. I always have some on hand for unexpected guests.

  • Catharine Hettinger

    The cream cheese pastry is so easy to work with. This recipe is a keeper!

  • Elissa Vandervort

    These were a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone raved about the flaky crust and savory filling.

  • Adelbert Kshlerin

    I added a little garlic to the mushroom filling, and it was amazing!

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