Mushroom pie

Ingredients

• 500 g mixed mushrooms (button, shiitake, porcini, etc.), cleaned and cut into pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or Gruyère)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Shortcrust or puff pastry

Step-by-step preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and garlic and cook until golden.
4. Add the mushrooms and cook for a few minutes until soft.
5. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, salt and pepper.
6. Add the mushroom and onion mixture to the eggs and mix well.
7. Add the grated cheese and mix again.
8. Line a pie pan with the shortcrust or puff pastry.
9. Pour the mushroom and egg mixture into the pan.
10. Bake for about 30–35 minutes, until the pie is golden and set.
11. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.