As a child, I cherished foraging for mushrooms with my grandmother. Why? Because she whipped up her irresistible mushroom pie afterward. We always battled over the last slice! She's since shared her foolproof recipe with me, and now I'm passing it on to you.
This simple recipe is quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and yields fantastic results every time. Here's the ultimate mushroom and onion pie recipe. Watch how it's done:
- 200 g fresh button mushrooms
- 1 puff pastry sheet
- 1/2 onion
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Garlic powder
- A pinch of parsley
- Salt and pepper
- Butter
- Pie pan
- Stovetop
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Wash the mushrooms thoroughly.
3. Slice the mushrooms and onion into thin strips.
4. Melt a bit of butter in a pan over medium heat.
5. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley to taste.
6. Add the onions to the pan.
7. Once the onions are golden, add the mushrooms.
8. Cook for a few minutes until softened.
9. Fit the puff pastry into the pie pan.
10. Stir the heavy cream into the mushroom mixture.
11. Pour the creamy mushrooms into the pastry-lined pan.
12. Bake in the preheated oven.
13. Bake for about 30 minutes, until golden.
And there you have it! Your delicious fresh mushroom pie is ready to enjoy. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor – yum!
Pair it with a green salad for a complete, balanced vegetarian meal (egg-free too).
No fresh mushrooms? Frozen ones work fine, but cook them longer as they release more water.
For extra indulgence, add bacon bits or cheese. Or try poultry livers for a Périgord-style twist.
