POTATO GRATIN WITH PORCINI MUSHROOMS AND MASCARPONE CHEESE

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Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Casserole/Gratin     Cream Cheese     Parmesan     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces dried porcini mushrooms*
1 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese** (from about 1 1/2 seven-ounce containers)
1 cup whipping cream
3 garlic cloves, chopped
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Place porcini and 1 cup boiling water in medium bowl. Place small bowl atop mushrooms to keep submerged. Let soak 20 minutes. Drain and coarsely chop mushrooms.
  • Melt butter with oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Whisk 1/4 cup Parmesan and next 4 ingredients in small bowl; season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Mushrooms and cheese mixture can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter wide shallow 2-quart baking dish. Arrange 1/4 of potato slices in bottom of dish. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Scatter 1/4 of mushrooms over. Repeat. Spread half of cheese mixture over, shaking dish to settle. Repeat with remaining potatoes and mushrooms in 2 layers each; spread remaining cheese mixture over. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan over. Place gratin dish on rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake gratin until top is brown and sauce is bubbling at edges, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let gratin rest 15 minutes before serving. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Tent loosely with foil and rewarm in 300°F oven 20 minutes.
  • *Available in the produce section of many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Italian markets.
  • **Italian cream cheese; sold at many supermarkets and at Italian markets.

Gabriela Fuentes
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Ashley Myers
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This is my favorite potato gratin recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Haroon jutt
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I've made this potato gratin several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Lisa Gillenwater
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This potato gratin is a must-try! It's cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor. I love the addition of porcini mushrooms.


Tt Yy
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy cheese crust on top.


Scottish Stacee
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This potato gratin was amazing! The cheese was perfectly melted and gooey, and the potatoes were cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cheesy potato dishes.


Xoxo gaming
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So easy to make and so delicious! I'm not a great cook, but this recipe made me feel like a pro. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Robel Hd1233
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I followed the recipe exactly and my potato gratin turned out perfect! The potatoes were cooked through and the cheese was melted and bubbly. I loved the earthy flavor of the porcini mushrooms. This dish is definitely a keeper.


Angel Kalatox
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This dish was delicious, but I found it to be a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cheese. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would recommend it to others.


Zita Malik Malik
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I'm not usually a fan of potato gratin, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of porcini mushrooms and mascarpone cheese took it to a whole new level. I loved the creamy texture and the crispy cheese crust. Will definitely be making this agai


alfosina aguilar
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This potato gratin was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The flavors were amazing and the dish was a hit with my guests. I would definitely make it again for a special occasion.


Tanha Islam (Neha)
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I made this dish for a special occasion and it was a huge hit! The presentation was beautiful and the taste was even better. I especially loved the crispy cheese crust on top. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Kabir N
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This potato gratin is a true culinary masterpiece! The combination of porcini mushrooms and mascarpone cheese creates a rich and velvety flavor that perfectly complements the crispy potatoes. I followed the recipe to a T and the results were nothing


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