Chickpea Puree with Creamy Mushrooms

Creamy chickpea puree has all the comfort of mashed potatoes! Top with creamy mushrooms to make a vegetarian main or holiday side dish!

Mushrooms

1 cup dried porcinis (or other dried mushroom)
2 cups very hot water
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 large yellow onion, finely minced
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup white wine
Chickpea Puree

3 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup canning liquid reserved
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced

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