Mushroom Pate

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced

3 shallots, sliced

1 tablespoon minced thyme leaves

1/4 cup bourbon

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon soy sauce

Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Salt and pepper 

Toasted sliced bread, for serving

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add mushrooms and cook until wilted, about 6 minutes. Add shallots and thyme and cook until shallots are soft, about 3 minutes. Add bourbon and cook until mostly evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in cream and soy sauce, and simmer until cream is reduced and just coats mushrooms, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. 

Transfer mushroom mixture to a food processor and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley, if using. Serve with toasted sliced bread.