A vibrant plate showcasing golden-brown braised mushrooms atop a bed of creamy, herb-infused potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs.

Braising Mushrooms with Herbed Potatoes

A comforting starter that harmonizes earthy mushrooms with creamy herbed potatoes, perfect for a cozy evening meal.

Starter
Prep 15m · Cook 1h · Total 1h 15m
12 ingredients

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Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, about 8 minutes.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and soy sauce, add thyme sprigs, and bring to a simmer. Cover and braise on low heat for 25 minutes.
  4. While the mushrooms are braising, place cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mash until creamy.
  6. Serve the braised mushrooms over a generous scoop of herbed mashed potatoes, garnished with additional thyme or parsley if desired.