Description
Earthy Mushroom Melange celebrates forest-floor flavors with a symphony of umami-rich fungi dancing through each delicate bite. Hearty mushrooms create a luxurious experience that connects you to nature’s deep, elegant culinary essence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) baby Bella or crimini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) onions, chopped
- 1 cup (100 grams) Gruyere cheese, shredded
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt or 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley for garnish
Oil and Cooking Liquid:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) olive oil plus more for the pan
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 400°F (204°C) and thoroughly coat a 2-quart (1.9 liters) baking dish with olive oil, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in olive oil, then add sliced mushrooms, diced onions, and a pinch of salt. Sauté the mixture, stirring occasionally, until all moisture evaporates and the vegetables begin to caramelize, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic, freshly ground black pepper, and fragrant thyme leaves to the skillet. Stir continuously for 60-90 seconds, allowing the herbs to release their aromatic oils and blend with the mushroom mixture.
- Transfer the savory mushroom and herb combination to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Generously sprinkle freshly shredded Gruyere cheese over the mushroom mixture, creating a rich and golden topping.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese melts completely and develops a light golden-brown crust.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley, adding a burst of color and subtle herbaceous flavor before serving.
Notes
- Mushroom selection matters most: choose fresh, firm varieties like cremini, shiitake, and oyster for maximum flavor complexity.
- Gruyere cheese brings luxurious nutty depth that perfectly complements the earthy mushroom profile.
- Sautéing technique concentrates mushroom flavors by allowing natural moisture to evaporate completely before adding herbs.
- Thyme’s subtle woodsy notes enhance the natural umami characteristics of mixed mushrooms.
- Parsley adds a bright, fresh finish that cuts through the rich, savory dish, providing visual and taste contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg