How to Make Mushroom Strudel Appetizer

Cool mushrooms.

Turn the mushrooms out onto a sheet pan and let cool completely.

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Spread mushrooms on a pan to dry and cool completely, about 30 minutes. Otherwise, placing hot mushrooms on cold puff pastry will cause the butter in the pastry to leak out and the desired puffiness won't be achieved.

• Here's What You'll Need to Make Mushroom Strudel
• Use a nice assortment of fresh mushrooms.
• Fresh herbs are the key to a successful mushroom strudel.
• Finely chop the shallot and garlic.
• Begin sauteeing.
• Cool mushrooms.
• Spread cooled mushrooms on puff pastry.
• Brush entire surface of strudel with egg wash.
• Bake until golden brown and puffed.
• Enjoy Mushroom Strudel warm or at room temperature.