CREAMY POLENTA WITH WILD MUSHROOM RAGOUT

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CREAMY POLENTA WITH WILD MUSHROOM RAGOUT image

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

RAGOUT
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 pound chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned and halved
1/2 pound oyster mushrooms, trimmed and halved
1/4 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded, caps thickly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup rich chicken stock (see Note)
2 large thyme sprigs
POLENTA
2 cups whole milk
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup instant polenta (about 7 ounces)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon mascarpone cheese
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped marjoram
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • MAKE THE RAGOUT In a large, deep skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add half of the shallots and garlic and all of the chanterelles and oyster mushrooms and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, about 6 minutes. Scrape the mushrooms onto a plate. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the remaining shallots and garlic along with the shiitake mushrooms and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally until softened and golden, about 6 minutes. Return all of the mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute. Add the rich chicken stock and thyme sprigs to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Discard the thyme sprigs. MAKE THE POLENTA In a large saucepan, combine the milk, stock and butter and bring to a boil. Whisk in the polenta and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until thick, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the heavy cream, mascarpone, herbs and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon the polenta onto plates, top with the mushroom ragout and serve right away, passing more grated Parmesan at the table. NOTES Rich chicken stock is sold in the freezer section of many supermarkets.

Precious Nei
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I love this recipe! The polenta is so creamy and the mushroom ragout is so flavorful. It's a great dish for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner.


Ahamed Nahin
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This dish is a true comfort food. The polenta is creamy and the mushroom ragout is hearty and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


Double Deuce with Team Raybon
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The polenta is always cooked perfectly and the mushroom ragout is always packed with flavor. It's a great dish for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner.


Touqeer Zakir
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This recipe is a must-try for any mushroom lover. The ragout is incredibly flavorful and the polenta is the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend it!


Giorgos Moysi
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The polenta was creamy and the mushroom ragout was rich and flavorful. Everyone loved it!


Fermin A, Miera
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This dish was a hit with my family! The polenta was creamy and the mushroom ragout was flavorful and hearty. It's a great dish for a cold night.


Jadelin Daniels
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This was my first time making polenta and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The polenta was smooth and creamy, and the mushroom ragout was packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Oui Vai
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I'm not a big fan of polenta, but I loved this recipe. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the mushroom ragout was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Thick n' Elegantly
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This recipe is a keeper! The polenta was creamy and the mushroom ragout was incredibly flavorful. I loved the addition of the parmesan cheese and the fresh herbs. It's a great dish for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner.


Violet Boylen
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The polenta is always cooked perfectly and the mushroom ragout is always packed with flavor. It's a great dish for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner.


MsAbdul Mojid
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This dish is a true culinary masterpiece. The polenta is smooth and creamy, while the mushroom ragout is rich and flavorful. The combination of the two is simply heavenly. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves Italian food.


Eric Maloy
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I'm so glad I did! The mushroom ragout was surprisingly delicious and the polenta was the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lacey Bell
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The combination of creamy polenta and hearty mushroom ragout is simply divine. The dish is incredibly satisfying and comforting. I highly recommend it for a cozy dinner with friends or family.


Darcey-may Simon
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The polenta was cooked to perfection and the mushroom ragout was incredibly flavorful. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Waqas gill
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I'm not a huge fan of polenta, but this dish changed my mind. The creamy texture and the delicious mushroom ragout made it a real treat. I'll definitely be making this again.


Martynka Ogano
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This creamy polenta with wild mushroom ragout was an absolute delight! The polenta was smooth and creamy, while the ragout was packed with flavorful mushrooms and a rich, savory sauce. It all came together beautifully, making for a truly satisfying m