By pnwskeptic
Lion’s Mane Mushroom and Polenta Bake (with Fonio Option
15 steps
Prep:20minCook:30min
Dive into a rustic and comforting breakfast with our Lion’s Mane Mushroom and Polenta Bake. This savory casserole layers golden polenta (or Fonio, if preferred) with rich, earthy lion’s mane mushrooms and vibrant spinach, all crowned with a beautifully baked egg topping. Fresh oregano sprinkled on top brings a burst of flavor, making this dish not only a feast for the taste buds but also a nourishing start to the day. Perfect for a leisurely morning or a brunch gathering!
Updated at: Sun, 14 Apr 2024 12:49:48 GMT
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Ingredients
2 servings
200 gramsMane Mushrooms
coarsely chopped
1 tablespoonOlive Oil
100 gramsPolenta
or Fonio, dry
400 millilitersWater
for Polenta, 300 milliliters if using Fonio
4Eggs
large
2egg whites
3 teaspoonsFresh Oregano
chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried
100 gramsSpinach
finely chopped
2 tablespoonsNutritional Yeast
salt
pepper
to taste
shiitake mushrooms
Optional, or crimini
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)
Sauté Mushrooms
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add mushrooms; saute until golden, about 5-7 minutes.
Mane Mushrooms200 grams
salt
pepperStep 4
Season with salt and remove from heat.
Mane Mushrooms200 grams
saltpepperCook Polenta or Fonio
Step 5
Bring water to boil in a saucepan.
Water400 millilitersStep 6
Slowly stir in polenta or Fonio. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened:
Polenta100 gramssaltpepperStep 7
Polenta: cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring often.
Step 8
Fonio: cook for 1-2 minutes, then let sit covered off heat for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Stir in spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
Spinach100 gramsCombine Ingredients
Step 10
In a large bowl, mix sauteed mushrooms and polenta or Fonio mixture.
Mane Mushrooms200 grams
Polenta100 gramsStep 11
In another bowl, whisk eggs with nutritional yeast, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Fresh Oregano3 teaspoons
Nutritional Yeast2 tablespoonssaltpepperStep 12
Combine egg mixture with polenta mixture.
Bake
Step 13
Pour into a greased baking dish.
Step 14
Optional. Crack two eggs on top of the mixture, along with some fresh crimini or shiitake mushrooms
Step 15
Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until eggs are set and top is slightly golden.
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