Ingredients
Gathering the right ingredients is crucial to bringing this comforting dish to life. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can substitute the mushrooms with a mix of your favorites, like cremini or shiitake, for added depth. You can also swap heavy cream for coconut milk if you prefer a dairy-free option.
Instructions
Let’s bring this comforting dish to life with these easy steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, sautéing for another 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture, stirring well to coat evenly.
- Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Transfer the creamy mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Spread this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
The secret to this dish is allowing the mushrooms to caramelize, bringing out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor. It’s a little trick Mum taught me, and it never fails to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
