Mushroom Toasts with Eggs and Tarragon

Ingredients:

• 4 oz mixed wild or cremini mushrooms, sliced: Provides a savory, earthy flavor and hearty texture.
• Extra-virgin olive oil or butter for sautéing: Used to cook the mushrooms and garlic, adding richness and flavor.
• 2 slices Every Day Artisan bread: Provides a sturdy base for the toasts.
• 3-4 cloves garlic, sliced: Adds a pungent, aromatic flavor.
• 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves plus more to garnish: Adds a unique, slightly anise-like flavor that complements the mushrooms and eggs.
• 2 large eggs: The protein component, cooked to your desired doneness.
• Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper: To season the dish.

Instructions:

1. Sauté Mushrooms and Garlic:
   • Warm a cast iron skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil (or add butter).
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and garlic.
   • Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until browned.
   • Turn the mushrooms and sauté for another 3-5 minutes, until browned on the other side.
   • Add more oil if the pan becomes dry.
2. Add Tarragon and Create Wells:
   • Stir in the fresh tarragon leaves.
   • Create two wells in the mushroom mixture.
3. Cook Eggs:
   • Crack an egg into each well.
   • Continue to cook until the egg whites are set (cook to your desired yolk doneness).
4. Toast Bread:
   • While the eggs are cooking, grill or toast the artisan bread until golden brown.
5. Assemble Toasts:
   • Once the eggs are cooked, transfer them to the buttered toasts.
   • Arrange the sautéed mushrooms around the eggs.
6. Season and Garnish:
   • Season with coarse sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
   • Top with more fresh tarragon leaves as desired.

Key Points:

• The cast iron skillet helps to create a nice sear on the mushrooms and eggs.
• Using artisan bread provides a sturdy and flavorful base for the toasts.
• Fresh tarragon adds a unique and complementary flavor.
• Adjust cooking times for the eggs to achieve your preferred yolk doneness.
• Use high quality fresh eggs for the best result.