Red Bean and Mushroom Pâté

Ingredients

• White Beans 10 oz
• Vegetable Oil 6 tablespoons
• Meyer Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon
• Onion 1 head
• Pickled Chanterelles 5 oz
• Salt to taste
• Ground Black Pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Soak the beans for 6 hours. Then rinse and change the water.

Step 2

Cook on low heat for 2 hours.

Step 3

Strain, but do not discard the water from the beans.

Step 4

Chop the onion.

Step 5

Sauté the onion until golden. Be careful not to overcook it, or it will taste bitter.

Step 6

Clean the mushrooms and slice them.

Step 7

Sauté the mushrooms for 6–10 minutes.

Step 8

Mash the beans, adding the mushrooms and onion. It should form a creamy mixture. For a smoother consistency, add the water used to cook the beans.

Step 9

Add lemon juice to the pâté.

Step 10

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth and chill.