Best 13 Potato And Mushroom Gratin Recipes

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**Savory Potato and Mushroom Gratin: A Culinary Delight**

Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures presented by this exquisite Potato and Mushroom Gratin. This classic French dish, expertly crafted with layers of thinly sliced potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and a creamy, flavorful sauce, promises a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds. As you delve into the depths of this delectable dish, you'll encounter a medley of textures, from the crispy, golden-brown potato crust to the tender, succulent mushrooms and the smooth, velvety sauce. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of earthy, savory, and creamy notes, leaving you craving more. Whether served as a hearty main course or an indulgent side dish, this Potato and Mushroom Gratin is sure to impress and delight even the most discerning palates. With its simple yet elegant presentation, it's perfect for special occasions or everyday meals. This recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure your gratin turns out perfectly every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a dish that is both visually appealing and irresistibly delicious.

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WILD MUSHROOM AND POTATO GRATIN



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Wild mushrooms add a luxurious dimension to this comforting, almost classic potato gratin. There is no cream here, just milk mixed with porcini broth (the result of soaking dried porcinis for 30 minutes in boiling water). You can use a mix of wild mushrooms, or just one type. Sauté them with onion or shallots, garlic and savory herbs (thyme and rosemary or sage), season them well and toss with the potatoes. The gratin requires 1 1/2 hours in the oven; first you will doubt that all of the liquid will be absorbed by the potatoes, and about halfway through you will be convinced that the finished dish will be watery and the potatoes hard. But by the end, once all the bubbling has subsided, the soft potatoes will have imbibed all of the flavorful liquid in the dish, and the top and edges of the gratin will be crusty, the way a gratin should be.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 2h

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 ounce (about 1/2 cup) dried porchinis
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pound wild mushrooms, torn into smaller pieces if large, cleaned if necessary
1/2 cup finely chopped onion or 2 shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced, plus 1/2 garlic clove, intact
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or sage
Salt
1/4 cup dry white wine
Freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, golden potatoes or Yukon golds, scrubbed, peeled if desired, and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 cup, tightly packed, grated Gruyère cheese (4 ounces )
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper
2-1/2 cups milk (whole or 2 percent)

Steps:

  • Place the dried porcinis in a bowl or a pyrex measuring cup and pour on 1 1/2 cups boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place over a bowl. Drain mushrooms, then squeeze in cheesecloth to extract juices. Rinse several times and chop medium-fine. Measure out 1 cup of broth.
  • Meanwhile heat oven to 375 degrees. Rub inside of a 3-quart gratin dish or baking dish all over with the cut half garlic clove and lightly oil with olive oil. Heat oil in a wide, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion or shallots and cook gently until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn up heat to high and add mushrooms. Cook, stirring, until they begin to sweat, 2-3 minutes, reduce heat to medium, and add minced garlic, thyme, rosemary or sage and dried porcinis. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season mushrooms with salt and pepper and continue to cook over medium heat until soft, about 5 more minutes. Add wine and cook, stirring, until it is no longer visible in the pan. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • In a large bowl combine potatoes, mushrooms, half the cheese, and salt and pepper. Arrange in an even layer in gratin dish.
  • Combine milk and mushroom broth. Season generously with salt and pour over the potatoes and mushrooms. Press the vegetables down into the liquid. Bake 1 hour. Every 20 minutes remove gratin dish and press potatoes and mushrooms down into the liquid with the back of a large spoon. After 1 hour, sprinkle on remaining cheese and bake for another 30 minutes, until top is golden and the sides crusty. Remove from the oven and allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 242, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 594 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

POTATO AND MUSHROOM GRATIN



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"Rich, decadent and indulgent, this creamy recipe is laced with wine and makes a perfect take-along side dish for potlucks or open houses. It looks impressive and is always a huge hit!" Laurie LaClair - North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained
3 shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons Marsala wine
3 large potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon butter, cubed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and shallots in oil until tender. Add wine; cook and stir for 2 minutes., Arrange a third of the potatoes in a greased 10-in. round shallow baking dish. Layer with half of the mushroom mixture, cheeses, basil and another third of potatoes. Repeat layers. Pour cream over top. Dot with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

POTATO, LEEK, GRUYèRE AND OYSTER MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Casserole/Gratin     Leek     White Wine     Winter     Swiss Cheese     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1 pound oyster mushrooms, halved if large
1 tablespoon minced garlic
4 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 4 large)
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 3/4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 3/4 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 3/4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, thinly sliced into rounds (about 8 cups)
2 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese (about 10 ounces)

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté until mushrooms are tender and golden, about 3 minutes longer. Transfer mushroom mixture to bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks and thyme and sauté until leeks are tender and beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Add leek mixture to bowl with mushrooms. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish. Whisk broth, cream, wine, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in large bowl to blend. Layer 1/3 of potatoes on bottom of prepared dish. Top with half of mushroom-leek mixture, then 3/4 cup cheese. Top with half of remaining potatoes. Pour half of cream mixture over. Top with remaining mushroom-leek mixture and 3/4 cup cheese. Cover with remaining potatoes. Pour remaining cream mixture over; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake gratin uncovered until potatoes are tender and sauce bubbles thickly, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Let gratin stand 30 minutes before serving.

POTATO AND PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Categories     Garlic     Herb     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Christmas     Easter     Thanksgiving     Casserole/Gratin     Rosemary     Fall     Winter     Thyme     Christmas Eve     Party     Parsley     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups hot water
1 1/2-ounce package dried porcini mushrooms*
1 1/2 pounds portobello mushrooms
12 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or white-skinned potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups hot water and porcini in small bowl. Let stand until mushrooms soften, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 2/3 cup soaking liquid. Chop porcini; set aside. Remove and chop stems from portobellos; place in large bowl. Using small spoon, scrape away dark gills from portobellos and discard. Cut portobello caps into 1/2-inch pieces; add to bowl.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped portobello stems and caps and sauté 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and reserved porcini and sauté until mushrooms are tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat each of two 13x9x2-inch glass baking dishes with 1 tablespoon oil. Combine remaining 7 tablespoons oil, potatoes, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper in large bowl; toss to coat. Layer 1/6 of potato mixture in each prepared dish (there will not be enough to overlap slices). Top potatoes in each with 1/4 of mushroom mixture. Repeat layering. Top with remaining potatoes. Pour 1/3 cup reserved porcini soaking liquid over potatoes in each dish. Cover dishes with foil.
  • Bake gratins 45 minutes. Uncover and bake until tops are brown and potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes longer. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Cover with foil and rewarm in 350°F oven about 20 minutes.)
  • *Dried porcini mushrooms are available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores and many supermarkets.

POTATO AND MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Can't decide between a potato or mushroom side dish? Have them both! The sauce comes together easily with cream and vegetable broth, while rosemary adds just the right amount of subtle flavor. And you can't forget the crunchy bread crumb and Parmesan topping!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes (9 medium), peeled, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (6 oz)
2 cups whipping cream
1 cup Progresso™ vegetable broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, 4 to 6 minutes or until tender. Spoon into medium bowl. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining mushrooms. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to mushrooms; toss to coat.
  • In large bowl, combine the potatoes, garlic, rosemary, remaining 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and the pepper. Stir until potatoes are coated with seasoning.
  • Layer half of potatoes, half of mushrooms and half of Swiss cheese in baking dish. Repeat layers. Pour cream and broth over potato mixture in baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes. In small bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Remove baking dish from oven; sprinkle bread crumb mixture over top.
  • Bake uncovered an additional 35 to 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

POTATO AND MUSHROOM GRATIN (NIGELLA LAWSON)



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Make and share this Potato and Mushroom Gratin (Nigella Lawson) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs baking potatoes, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups milk
3 tablespoons white wine
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons garlic-infused olive oil
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, finely sliced to make 4 cups

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°; butter a shallow baking dish or gratin.
  • Bring the sliced potatoes, milk, wine, salt, and pepper to a boil in a large pan, stirring occasionally; leave at a simmer while you get on with the mushrooms.
  • Melt the butter and garlic oil in a skillet over med-high heat; add in mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour the mushrooms and their garlicky juices into the pan of potatoes, stir to mix.
  • Transfer to the gratin dish; bake for 45 minutes or until piping hot, and crisp on top.

POTATO AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Fall mushrooms give this dish a hearty flavor. Substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth, and this makes a perfect meal for that vegetarian girlfriend your son is bringing to the holiday dinner. The rest of the family will love it too.

Provided by Christine L.

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons butter
1 ½ pounds fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 ½ pounds fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 cups chicken broth
3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch thick slices
2 cups Parmesan cheese
2 cups heavy cream
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over high heat. Saute mushrooms in butter until liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, and simmer until liquid evaporates. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Butter a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
  • Arrange 1/3 of the potatoes in prepared dish, overlapping slightly. Spread half of the mushroom mixture evenly over the potatoes, and then sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese over mushrooms. Repeat layering, and then arrange remaining potatoes on top.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the half and half, heavy cream, 1 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour mixture over potatoes. Cover loosely with foil.
  • Place baking dish on middle rack in oven. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Uncover. Sprinkle remaining cheese over potatoes. Bake until cheese melts, about 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 99.2 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 719.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

BLUE CHEESE MUSHROOM AND ONION POTATO GRATIN



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To save time saute the onions and mushrooms up to a day in advance, you can also make this omitting the mushrooms if desired. The cooking time is only estimated depending on the thickness of the sliced potatoes, if you own a mandoline use it for this recipe as the potato slices must be sliced very thinly.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Potato

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 onions, halved then sliced
1 lb white button mushrooms, sliced (can use more mushrooms)
3 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and sliced very thin, about 1/8-inch thick)
3 cups whipping cream
3/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled (can use less blue cheese)
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a skillet; saute the onions until caramalized (about 10-12 minutes) remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl.
  • Add in the sliced mushrooms and saute until they loose there moisture (about 10 minutes) transfer to a bowl.
  • Set oven to 375 degrees (oven rack to second-lowest position).
  • Butter a 3-4 quart casserole dish.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan combine the potatoes with the whipping cream (the potatoes on top do not have to be covered completely) bring to a boil; remove from heat and cool to warm (about 30 minutes) leaving the potatoes in the cream.
  • Transfer one-third of the potatoes using a slotted spoon to the baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
  • Sprinkle with HALF of the onions, then HALF of the mushrooms; season with salt and pepper.
  • The sprinkle ONE-THIRD of both cheeses over the mushrooms.
  • Make another layer of potatoes then the sprinkle the REMAINING onions and mushrooms over the potatoes then another third of both cheeses.
  • Make one more layer with the remaining potatoes.
  • Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Pour any leftover whipping cream evenly over the top and cover tightly with foil.
  • Make for 45 minutes.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees.
  • Remove the foil and bake until the top is golden brown, and the potatoes are fork-tender (about 12-15 minutes).
  • Let stand for 15 minutes before serving (the mixture will thicken upon standing).

POTATO AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Originally submitted to thanksgivingrecipe.com I'm placing some of my very best holiday recipes on Zaar for others to discover and enjoy. I haven't found anyone who didn't want seconds of this! I use the food processor to do the slicing.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Potato

Time 2h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 lbs mushrooms, chopped
1 1/2 lbs fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
salt
ground black pepper
2 cups chicken broth
3 lbs baking potatoes, scrubbed
2 cups parmesan cheese
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine in a large pot over high heat. Add all mushrooms, and saute; until liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary; saute; 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth. Simmer until liquid evaporates, stirring often, about 18 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Cool.
  • Position 1 rack in middle of the oven, and another rack in bottom third of oven. Preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Butter a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
  • Peel potatoes, and cut into 1/8 inch slices.
  • Arrange 1/3 of the potatoes in prepared dish, overlapping slightly.
  • Top potatoes with half of the mushroom mixture.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese over mushrooms.
  • Repeat layering 1/3 of the potatoes, remaining mushroom mixture, and 1/3 of the cheese.
  • Arrange remaining potatoes atop cheese.
  • Whisk half and half, cream, 1 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl to blend. Pour mixture over potatoes.
  • Cover loosely with foil.
  • Place baking dish on middle rack in oven, and a baking sheet on the bottom rack. Bake until potatoes are tender and liquid thickens, about 1 hour and 15 minutes,.
  • Uncover, using metal spatula, press on potatoes to submerge.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over potatoes.
  • Bake until cheese melts and gratin is golden at edges, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes.

WILD MUSHROOM AND SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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Make and share this Wild Mushroom And Sweet Potato Gratin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons olive oil
7 cups sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped parsley
4 cups sweet potatoes, sliced
1 cup Fontina cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a skillet saute mushrooms and shallots in olive oil until tender.
  • Add chopped parsley,chicken broth, salt and pepper and mix together.
  • In medium casserole dish place half of the sliced sweet potatoes, add half of the mushroom mixture, followed by half of the cheese.
  • Continue one or more layer in the same order.
  • Cover and bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for 20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.9, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 342, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4, Protein 6.9

POTATO AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Categories     Cheese     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Christmas     Casserole/Gratin     Winter     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
1 1/2 pounds button mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 pounds fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, finely crushed
2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 5 1/2 ounces)
2 cups half and half
2 cups whipping cream
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large pot over high heat. Add all mushrooms and sauté until liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, thyme and rosemary; sauté 1 minute. Add chicken broth and simmer until liquid evaporates, stirring often, about 18 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool.
  • Position 1 rack in middle of oven and another rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 375°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Arrange 1/3 of potatoes in dish, overlapping slightly. Top with half of mushroom mixture. Sprinkle 1/3 of cheese over. Repeat layering 1/3 of potatoes, remaining mushroom mixture and 1/3 of cheese. Arrange remaining potatoes atop cheese. Whisk half and half, cream, salt and pepper in large bowl to blend; pour over potatoes. Cover loosely with foil.
  • Place baking sheet on bottom rack in oven. Place baking dish on middle rack in oven and bake until potatoes are tender and liquid thickens, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Uncover. Using metal spatula, press on potatoes to submerge. Sprinkle remaining cheese over potatoes; bake until cheese melts and gratin is golden at edges, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes.

YUKON GOLD POTATO AND WILD MUSHROOM GRATIN



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Casserole/Gratin     Fall     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
12 ounces assorted fresh wild mushrooms, sliced
3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until brown and soft, about 6 minutes. Generously butter 11x7x2-inch baking dish. Peel and cut potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Arrange 2 layers of potatoes in prepared dish. Spoon 1/3 of mushrooms over potatoes. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Repeat 2 more times with potatoes, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Pour cream over potatoes. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.) Uncover and continue baking until golden brown and set, about 20 minutes longer (30 minutes if room temperature). Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

PURPLE POTATO, MUSHROOM AND FONTINA GRATIN



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup shallots, thinly sliced
4 ounces fresh Shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds purple potatoes, peeled, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock
1 cup grated Fontina cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and mushrooms and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange half of mushroom mixture in bottom of 13x9 inch glass baking dish. Arrange half of potatoes over. Combine salt, pepper and nutmeg in small bowl. Sprinkle half of mixture over potatoes. Spoon remaining mushroom mixture over. Arrange potatoes over mushroom mixture. Sprinkle remaining salt mixture over. Combine cream and stock in large bowl. Pour over vegetables. Cover tightly with foil. Bake until vegetables are almost tender, about 45 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Uncover pan. Bake until juices thicken, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese melts and is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Cool gratin 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Select the Right Potatoes: Use firm, starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes that hold their shape well during baking.
  • Slice Potatoes Evenly: Consistent thickness ensures even cooking. Aim for 1/8-inch thick slices to achieve a creamy, tender texture.
  • Sauté Mushrooms: Before adding mushrooms to the gratin, sauté them in butter until golden brown. This step enhances their flavor and prevents them from releasing excess moisture into the dish.
  • Use Fresh Herbs: Incorporate fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added aromatic depth. Add them during the sautéing process to infuse their flavor into the mushrooms.
  • Make a Roux: To thicken the sauce, prepare a simple roux by whisking together equal parts butter and flour in a saucepan over medium heat until golden. Be sure to cook the roux for at least 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  • Gradually Add Milk: When making the sauce, gradually whisk in the milk to prevent lumps. Continuously stir the mixture until it thickens, achieving a creamy consistency.
  • Season Wisely: Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. A combination of salt, pepper, and nutmeg typically complements the flavors in a potato and mushroom gratin.
  • Bake Until Golden: Bake the gratin in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife. This usually takes around 30-40 minutes.
  • Let it Rest: Before serving, allow the gratin to rest for a few minutes. This helps the dish set and makes it easier to slice and serve.

Conclusion:

Potato and mushroom gratin is a delightful casserole that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the creamy comfort of potatoes. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for special occasions or everyday meals. Experiment with different types of mushrooms and herbs to create your own unique gratin variation. This versatile dish can be customized to suit your taste preferences and is sure to impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

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