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Baked Mushroom Pastries

17/11/2023

Here is an Italian version of the rustic baked mushroom dish. The recipe is a perfect example of how earthy flavors can meet the simplicity and authenticity of a warm and comforting meal. Let’s find out how to prepare this delicious dish.

Ingredients

  • 500 g of mixed mushrooms (for example, champignons, porcini, shiitake)
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Fresh parsley to taste
  • 1 small onion
  • 150 g of smoked scamorza cheese (or another cheese of your choice)
  • 100 g of pancetta in cubes (optional for a richer variant)
  • 250 ml of béchamel sauce
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 rolls of puff pastry (if you desire a crunchy base, otherwise it can be excluded for a lighter version)

Preparation

  1. Clean the mushrooms thoroughly with a damp cloth or a brush, then slice or cut them into pieces.
  2. Finely chop the garlic and onion and then sauté them in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and, if using, the cubed pancetta.
  3. Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook over medium-high heat until they have released all their water and it has evaporated.
  4. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste, then add the freshly chopped parsley and let it flavor for a few minutes.
  5. In a baking dish, roll out the puff pastry to create a base for the pastries (if using the pastry).
  6. Pour the mushrooms over the puff pastry base, evenly add the diced scamorza, and cover with the béchamel sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the surface with a mix of grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs for a crunchy gratin.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C (356 °F) for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface becomes golden and crisp.
  9. Let it cool before serving.

Curiosity

Mushrooms are often the protagonists of Italian autumn cuisine and can be adapted to a variety of dishes, from starters to side dishes. Rich in earthy flavors and aromas, they give that special touch to every preparation. The baked mushroom pastry is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer or as a main course when accompanied by a fresh salad.

Baked Mushroom Pastries