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Potato, Blue Cheese, and Mushroom Bake 🥔🧀🍄

Cook Time: 1 hour | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Description:

Melt in your mouth good! This hearty dish combines the creamy goodness of Yukon Gold potatoes with the bold flavors of blue cheese and savory mushrooms. Originally featured in the October 1996 issue of Bon Appetit, this recipe promises a buttery taste and extra richness that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Recipe Category:

One Dish Meal

Keywords:

Potato, Vegetable, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure it’s ready to go once your dish is prepared.

2. Prepare Baking Dish:

   • Butter a 13x9x2 inch baking dish, ensuring a nice, non-stick surface for your ingredients.

3. Make Blue Cheese Sauce:

   • In a bowl, place 2 1/2 cups of crumbled blue cheese.
   • Add 1/2 cup of cream to the bowl.
   • Mash the ingredients together until you have a chunky paste.

4. Season the Sauce:

   • Mix in 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
   • Add the remaining cream to the mixture and combine well.

5. Prepare Mushroom Mixture:

   • In a large pot, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
   • Add 1 sliced mushroom along with 3/4 teaspoon of dried thyme and 3/4 teaspoon of dried rosemary.
   • Sauté the mushrooms until they are tender and the liquid cooks away, about 8 minutes. This will infuse the mushrooms with delicious flavors.

6. Layer the Dish:

   • Arrange half of the Yukon Gold potatoes in the buttered baking dish, creating a solid base.
   • Spoon 3/4 cup of the prepared blue cheese sauce evenly over the layer of potatoes, ensuring each bite is filled with creamy goodness.
   • Next, spread all of the sautéed mushroom mixture evenly over the blue cheese layer.
   • Drizzle another 3/4 cup of the blue cheese sauce over the mushrooms, adding another layer of rich flavor.
   • Add the remaining Yukon Gold potatoes on top, creating a hearty and satisfying dish.
   • Finish by topping the entire dish with the remaining blue cheese sauce, ensuring a cheesy and decadent finish.

7. Bake:

   • Cover the baking dish with foil, securing all the flavors inside.
   • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the potatoes to become tender.

8. Uncover and Bake Again:

   • After 30 minutes, uncover the dish to allow the top to crisp up and turn a beautiful golden brown.
   • Bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling with cheesy goodness.

9. Let it Rest:

   • Once out of the oven, let the Potato, Blue Cheese, and Mushroom Bake stand for 10 minutes. This will allow the flavors to settle and the dish to firm up slightly.

10. Serve Hot:

    • After the brief rest, serve this delectable dish hot, allowing your guests to dig into the layers of creamy potatoes, tangy blue cheese, and savory mushrooms.

11. Enjoy!

    • 🍴 Serve this Potato, Blue Cheese, and Mushroom Bake as a main course for a cozy weeknight dinner or as a delightful side dish for a special occasion. Each bite is filled with the comforting flavors of creamy potatoes, bold blue cheese, and earthy mushrooms, making it a dish that will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection. 🥔🧀🍄

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 600.7
• Fat: 46.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 29.2g
• Cholesterol: 161.2mg
• Sodium: 785.4mg
• Carbohydrates: 36.6g
  • Fiber: 3.6g
  • Sugar: 2.8g
• Protein: 12.3g

Chef’s Tips:

• For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding crispy bacon bits between the layers of potatoes and cheese.
• This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Just remember to adjust the baking time if the dish is cold from the fridge.
• If you prefer a sharper flavor, opt for a stronger blue cheese variety.
• Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives before serving for a pop of color and added freshness.

Recipe Notes:

• Recipe Source: This delightful Potato, Blue Cheese, and Mushroom Bake recipe was originally published in the October 1996 issue of Bon Appetit magazine, offering a timeless blend of flavors that has delighted home cooks for years.

Now you’re ready to create this masterpiece of a dish that will impress family and friends alike! Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, and earthy goodness of this Potato, Blue Cheese, and Mushroom Bake 🥔🧀🍄, a true comfort food classic!