Savory Mushroom Pistachio Cheesecake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 cup pistachios, crushed fine.
02 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta.
03 - 1/2 cup fresh Parmesan, split into two 1/4 cups.
04 - 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs.
05 - 2 tablespoons melted butter.
06 - 2 cups fresh mushrooms, chopped small.
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil.
08 - 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced.
09 - 16 ounces cream cheese, room temp.
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream.
11 - 2 fresh eggs.
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste.
13 - Fresh thyme sprigs for topping.

# Instructions:

01 - Turn on oven to 350°F.
02 - Mix pistachios, feta, Parmesan, breadcrumbs and butter. Press into pan bottom.
03 - Cook crust for 10 minutes until golden.
04 - Heat oil and cook mushrooms with garlic until dry and soft, about 7 minutes.
05 - Beat cream cheese, sour cream, eggs and cheese until smooth. Add cooked mushrooms.
06 - Pour filling over crust and bake 35-40 minutes until set.
07 - Cool 10 minutes, top with thyme and extra pistachios.

# Notes:

01 - Serve warm or room temperature.
02 - Perfect as appetizer or main dish.
03 - Can be made ahead.

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