Funnel Chantarelle Tapenade

Soak the dried mushrooms in lukewarm water for 15-20 minutes. Put the mushrooms in a dry, hot skillet. Fry until the mushrooms are dry, then add butter. After a while, add shallots and salt. Let mushrooms and shallots cool off. Put mushrooms and onions, anchovies, capers, mustard, brandy, garlic, cheese, and oil in a food processor. Using the knife blade, blend until creamy.

This is a perfect dish for a buffet. Serve it with a nice bread, crostini, or crisp bread. It is also delicious to pour over nice fillets of fish, e.g., halibut, and bake in a gratin dish.