Wild Mushroom Fricassee over Polenta Recipe

Name: Wild Mushroom Fricassee over Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup quick-cooking polenta; 2 tablespoons butter; ¼ cup grated romano cheese or ¼ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 portabella mushroom caps, halved and thinly sliced; 16 fresh shiitake mushrooms, coarsely chopped; coarse salt; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; ½ cup beef stock; 2 scallions, thinly sliced at an angle

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup grated romano cheese or ¼ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 portabella mushroom caps, halved and thinly sliced
16 fresh shiitake mushrooms, coarsely chopped
coarse salt
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
½ cup beef stock
2 scallions, thinly sliced at an angle

1
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a covered saucepan.
2
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add in oil and butter.
3
When the butter melts, add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, 10 minutes or until mushrooms are all dark and tender.
4
Add in vinegar; stir to coat; the vinegar will cook away in about 1 minute.
5
Add in beef broth and scallions; toss to combine.
6
Stir polenta into boiling chicken broth until it masses; stir in butter and cheese and season with salt to taste.
7
Serve polenta topped with Mushroom Fricassee.

580

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chicken broth, 1 cup quick-cooking polenta, 2 tablespoons butter, ¼ cup grated romano cheese or ¼ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, and more.

Yes, Wild Mushroom Fricassee over Polenta falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Wild Mushroom Fricassee over Polenta

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Variations & substitutions

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