Mushroom Gratin

Indulge in the creamy, crispy perfection of Mushroom Gratin, a comforting dish that combines tender button or cremini mushrooms with rich heavy cream, fragrant garlic, and a savory Parmesan-breadcrumb topping. This easy-to-make recipe showcases the earthy flavors of sautéed mushrooms simmered in a light nutmeg-infused cream sauce, then baked to golden-brown perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal as a side dish or a decadent vegetarian main, this gratin is finished with a crunchy topping of breadcrumbs, olive oil, and fresh parsley for a delightful contrast in texture. Whether you're preparing an elegant dinner party spread or upgrading a weeknight meal, Mushroom Gratin is a crowd-pleaser that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Button mushrooms (or cremini mushrooms)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 150 milliliters Heavy cream
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 50 grams Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp paper towel and slice them into thick pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 5

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to coat the mushrooms. Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using), and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Transfer the mushroom and cream mixture into an ovenproof baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and chopped parsley. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and stir to combine until it becomes crumbly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the mushrooms in the baking dish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	816.3 grams (816.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1359

Total Fat 107.50g	138%
Saturated Fat 57.30g	287%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 262mg	87%
Sodium 4098mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 60.30g	22%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 13.70g
Protein 43.80g	88%

Vitamin D 35IU	175%
Calcium 635mg	49%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1718mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.9%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 17.4%