{"id":82978,"date":"2024-01-10T20:00:25","date_gmt":"2024-01-10T19:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/?p=82978"},"modified":"2024-01-10T19:53:32","modified_gmt":"2024-01-10T18:53:32","slug":"potato-and-mushroom-gratin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/potato-and-mushroom-gratin\/","title":{"rendered":"Potato and Mushroom Gratin with Goat\u2019s Cheese"},"content":{"rendered":"

Potato and Mushroom Gratin i<\/strong>s an easy, no-fuss vegetarian dish. It\u2019s so simple: pan-fried mushrooms and shallots and layered together with sliced potato, goat cheese and parmesan and then served with a generous sprinkle of fresh thyme.<\/p>\n

This recipe yields enough as a side dish for four, however if you are serving a crowd or like to enjoy hearty portions, feel free to double the recipe and use a large casserole dish. It can also be made more hearty by using cream, rather than milk.<\/p>\n

\"Ingredients<\/p>\n

The ingredients<\/h2>\n

Potatoes:<\/strong> All-purpose, medium starch potatoes (such as Linda) are my recommended best potatoes for this recipe, as they will keep their structure while also having a smooth and tender interior.<\/p>\n

Mushrooms:<\/strong> I like to use a mix of mushrooms, such as cremini, king trumpet and shiitake for different textures, flavours and umami.<\/p>\n

Goat Cheese:<\/strong> The goat cheese adds some creamy decadence as well as a subtle tang which makes the recipe taste far more interesting. I choose a fresh goat cheese (Ziegenfrischk\u00e4serolle) without the rind, however you could simply cut away the rind if using an aged ch\u00e8vre.<\/p>\n

Parmesan:<\/strong>\u00a0With it\u2019s saltiness and umami, it is a wonderful addition to the goat cheese.<\/p>\n

Whole Milk:<\/strong> Adds a little extra creaminess to the gratin without the addition of cream.<\/p>\n

Shallots and thyme:<\/strong>\u00a0Two flavour boosters. Shallots give the potatoes extra depth of flavour and fresh thyme leaves used as a garnish give the whole dish freshness.<\/p>\n

\"Potato<\/p>\n

Potato and Mushroom Gratin preparations steps<\/h2>\n

This simple gratin recipe only takes only a handful of steps.<\/p>\n

Firstly, we fry up the mushrooms and shallots to bring out their delicious flavours.<\/p>\n

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  1. Once the mushrooms are done, we can slice the potatoes. We don\u2019t want to do this ahead of time, as the potatoes will oxidise. Feel free to leave the skin on, if desired. They are then tossed in olive oil \u2014 fat is essential for enhancing flavour. If preferred you could half the amount of olive oil.<\/li>\n
  2. Then we start layering the mushrooms and potatoes. Add some seasonings and then top with half the crumbled goat cheese. And repeat until all the mushrooms and potatoes are layered in the dish.<\/li>\n
  3. Now comes the milk and parmesan. Simply spread evenly over the mix. Now it\u2019s ready for the oven. Covering the gratin in foil for the first ensures that the top doesn\u2019t brown too much and that it doesn\u2019t dry out. During the last minutes of baking, it is removed and the top has a chance to brown and crisp up.<\/li>\n
  4. Before serving, the potato and mushroom gratin is topped with fresh thyme leaves which add a fresh herbaceous flavour.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What is the best way to slice potatoes thinly?<\/h2>\n

    I recommend using a mandoline, as it\u2019s a fast and easy way to get even thin-sliced potatoes. Alternatively, you could use the slicer attachment of your food processor.
    \nIf you are using a mandoline, be sure to use protective, cut resistant gloves or the vegetable holder to grip the potatoes. Those blades are sharp!<\/p>\n

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    What to serve with this potato gratin with mushrooms and goat cheese?<\/h2>\n

    A potato and mushroom gratin is simply fabulous as a side dish with roasted chicken or a vegetarian main dish such as roasted vegetables. Or you could serve it as a light standalone meal alongside a mixed green salad and French dressing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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