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South African Potato Mushroom Bake Recipe

The South African Potato Mushroom Bake Recipe

The South African Potato Mushroom Bake recipe is a combination of thinly sliced potatoes and sautéed mushrooms The South African Potato Mushroom Bake recipe showcases South African comfort food.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: South African
Keyword: South African Potato Mushroom Bake Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 225 kcal
South African Potato Mushroom Bake Recipe

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • Potato peeler
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Aluminum foil (optional)

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 3 large potatoes
  • 1 cup mushrooms white button
  • 1 cup portabello chopped
  • 1 tsp herbs dried
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1 tsp corn flour
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Butter or spray and cook spray a deep ovenproof dish and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • After 20 minutes of cooking, peel the potatoes. Stop the heat, drain, and set aside to cool.Slice the potatoes thinly and line the bottom of a baking
  • dish with a fourth of the slices. Add salt, pepper, and butter cubes, and then stir to combine.
  • Top the potatoes with a quarter of the sliced mushrooms. Season with minced garlic and part of the herbs. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Always start with a layer of potatoes and end with one as you layer again.
  • Corn flour and cream should be blended until smooth. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the cream before pouring it over the potatoes.
  • Put it in the oven and let it cook for 50 minutes, or until the top is golden. Ten minutes of standing time is recommended before serving. Crispy salad is the ideal accompaniment.

Notes

Slice potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.
Season each layer of the bake evenly.
Preheat the oven to the specified temperature.
Cover the bake with foil to prevent excessive browning.
Test potato doneness with a fork before serving.
Garnish with fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 441IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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