Mushroom and cheese crepes recipe

Mushroom and cheese crepes are a delicious take on the traditionally sweet sweet and they make a delicious starter...

Our Mushroom and cheese crepes are filled with garlic mushrooms and indulgent brie cheese - they are sure to be a hit with the whole family. These French-inspired crepes make a great dinner party starter or special lunch. If you're planning a full Pancake Day menu why not include these as part of your feast? Savoury crepes are a real winner and if you haven't got brie you could also try the recipe with something like goat's cheese or feta.

Ingredients

For the Crepes

• 125g (4oz) plain flour
• Pinch salt
• 2 large eggs
• 300ml (1/2 pint) milk
• 15g (1/2 oz) butter, melted
• Oil for cooking

For the filling

• 3/4 cup of mushrooms, chopped
• 1tbsp crushed garlic
• A few thyme leaves
• 1/2 cup cream or crème fraîche
• 1/2 cup brie, diced

To serve

• Watercress

Method

1. Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. Make a well in the centre and add the eggs and a little milk. Beat until a smooth paste is formed then add the remaining milk and butter, leave to stand 30 mins.
2. Heat a little oil in a 15cm (6 in) omelette pan, pour in 2tbsp of batter and tilt to coat the bottom evenly. Cook over a high heat until lightly brown underneath. Turn the crepe with a palette knife and cook the other side for 30 secs. Remove from the pan onto a tray and cover to keep warm then continue to make crepes until all the batter is used.
3. Fry the mushrooms and garlic then add thyme leaves, cream or crème fraîche and diced brie.
4. Fill the crepes with this mixture, garnish with sprigs of thyme and serve with watercress.