The bag was on the step when I came out. A neighbor. No note. The thyme is still going in the back.
Serves 2
mushrooms, about 8 oz (cremini, button, or what came) butter, a knob, or olive oil fresh thyme, a few sprigs salt and black pepper bread, 2 thick slices
The pan needs to be properly hot before anything goes in. Slice or halve them and put them in without crowding. Leave them alone. The liquid they release will evaporate and they will begin to color.
When they have colored and come down in size, a knob of butter or more oil goes in. The leaves from a few thyme sprigs follow. Salt and a little pepper. Another minute or so.
Toast the bread while this finishes. Something with a crust that can hold weight.
Pile the mushrooms on the toast.