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polenta with mushrooms

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Tracilyn Hamilton
Austin, TX

A nice, light dish. It's so flavorful and delicious, even my 5 year old enjoys it!

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For polenta with mushrooms

  • 2 c
    milk
  • 2 c
    vegetable stock
  • 1 c
    polenta
  • 1/2 c
    parmesan cheese, grated
  • 3 oz
    butter, chopped
  • 6 1/2 oz
    swiss brown mushrooms, sliced thinly
  • 6 1/2 oz
    button mushrooms, sliced thinly
  • 3
    shallots, minced
  • 1
    long red chili, sliced thinly
  • 3 oz
    oyster mushrooms, halved
  • 2
    cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3 oz
    baby spinach
  • 1/2 c
    roasted hazelnuts, chopped coarsely

How To Make polenta with mushrooms

  • 1
    1) Bring milk and stock to boil in large sauce pan. Gradually add polenta, stirring; cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat for 10 minutes or until polenta is thick and smooth. Stir in cheese and 1 1/2 oz. of butter until melted. Season to taste; cover to keep warm.
  • 2
    2) Meanwhile, heat remaining butter in a large frying pan over high heat; cook swiss brown and button mushrooms, shallots, and chili, stirring occasionally, until browned lightly. Add oyster mushrooms and garlic; cook, stirring, until softened. Add spinach and nuts; toss well. Season to taste
  • 3
    3) Serve soft polenta topped with mushroom mixture.
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