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Creamy Meat and Mushroom Gratin

Creamy Meat and Mushroom Gratin
This rich and comforting gratin is ideal for chilly evenings or effortless entertaining. Tender bologna sausage, sautéed mushrooms, and sweet onions are layered with ripe tomatoes and smothered in a tangy, creamy sauce spiked with Dijon and a hint of heat. Topped with golden, bubbling cheese, it bakes into a savory one-dish wonder that pairs perfectly with simple sides. Hearty, aromatic, and deeply satisfying—this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
  • 680g (1.5 lbs) bologna sausage, sliced 1cm thick
  • 225g (8 oz) cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 30g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter
  • 355ml (1.5 cups) heavy cream
  • 170g (6 oz) mature cheddar cheese, grated
  • 45g (3 tbsp) tomato puree
  • 30g (2 tbsp) Dijon mustard
  • 30ml (2 tbsp) beef stock
  • 5ml (1 tsp) sambal oelek
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 medium plum tomatoes, sliced
Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion and mushrooms until golden and tender, about 8–10 minutes

3. In a separate pan, brown bologna sausage slices on both sides, about 3 minutes per side

4. In a 23x33cm (9x13 inch) baking dish, arrange a layer of cooked sausage, followed by mushroom mixture and tomato slices

5. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, tomato puree, Dijon mustard, beef stock, sambal oelek, and minced garlic until smooth

6. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layers

7. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top

8. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling at the edges

9. Let stand 5 minutes before serving

10. Serve with buttered boiled potatoes and steamed broccoli, garnished with fresh thyme

Tools
  • oven
  • skillet
  • bowl
  • whisk
  • cheese grater
  • cutting board
  • knife

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