I’ll take your PB&J and raise you a CB&J! Chanterelles, Butter & Jam!
Here’s a fanciful take on an old school classic. #CBandJ. Ditch the peanut butter and instead add a heaping pile of buttery sautéed fresh chanterelles. This 15 minute breakfast, lunch or snack is quick and loaded with flavor.
If you’re a mushroom junkie like me, you might also want to try this Beginners Creamy One-Pan Mushroom and Parmesan Risotto with Fresh Herbs!

Chanterelles
These hearty mushrooms, although meaty in texture, are slightly fruity (think apricot) and have a mild pepper bite that make them so versatile.
The CBandJ
A take on a classic. Elevate your childhood favorite with some seasonal chanterelle mushrooms. Chanterelles are growing wild around Atlanta this July and there’s something about their fruity character that lends themselves nicely to a little butter and jam. So ditch the peanut butter and try this Chanterelle CBandJ.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 1x
- Category: Toast
Ingredients
- 2 cups clean, sliced fresh Chanterelle mushrooms
- 2 heaping tablespoons of butter (I used this Vegan butter)
- a smearing of apricot jam
- 2 slices of bread (dealers choice)
- sage (optional)
- salt
Instructions
- Melt butter in medium sauce pan on medium high heat.
- Add mushrooms and sauté until soft and fragrant. Season with salt to taste.
- Lightly toast your favorite bread and smear with apricot jam.
- Pile on cooked mushrooms and top with a very modest amount of sage (a little goes a long way) or omit all together.
Notes
Pip Tip: To wash or not wash the mushrooms? That is the question. To which my answer is “it’s more of a rinse.” Gently inspect each individual mushroom, one at a time, for dirt and insects. Brush off any obvious dirt with a paper towel. If they’re pretty dirty gently rinse them in a cold water bath, swishing them around, but never leaving them in the water to soak. Just swishing for 5 seconds and then immediately remove and wipe away any residue with your hands or a damp paper towel. Then lay them out on a clean, dry dishtowel to dry for at least 10-15 minutes and then it’s go time. Some folks are adamant about not using water for fear of washing away flavor, but I really don’t think a quick rinse does any harm. If you disagree, clean them using a soft bristled brush to gently brush the dirt away.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 389
- Sugar: 22.7g
- Sodium: 232mg
- Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 7.3g
- Carbohydrates: 67.1g
- Fiber: 6.7g
- Protein: 5.6g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
Keywords: chanterelles, chanterelle mushrooms, vegan, vegetarian, CBandJ, breakfast, lunch, snack

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