Silky Mushroom Pate with Scallion-Walnut Topping

Yield: 15 To 20
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1ozDried porcini mushrooms; about 1 cup
2mdLeeks; white parts only, chopped
1lbWhite mushrooms; thinly sliced
1/4lbShiitake or cremini mushrooms; thinly sliced, (up to 1/2)
6tbButter; plus extra for the pan
1lgGarlic clove; minced
1/2cWalnuts
Salt and freshly milled pepper
2 1/2tsChopped thyme or 1 tablespoon chopped marjoram
3Eggs
1cCream
1/4cFine dry bread crumbs
1 1/2tbFresh lemon juice
SCALLION-WALNUT TOPPING
1 1/2tbButter
1/3cWalnuts; chopped
2bnScallions; including half of the greens, thinly sliced
4tbChopped parsley
Salt and freshly milled pepper
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