Baked Potatoes with Mushrooms and Spinach

10 servings

60 minutes

Baked potatoes with mushrooms and spinach is a cozy dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of baked potatoes, the rich flavor of mushrooms, and the freshness of spinach. This recipe recalls the traditions of home cooking where simple ingredients turn into a true gastronomic delight. The potato boats with a crispy crust hide a soft filling of mushrooms, cream, and three types of cheese, creating a harmony of textures and aromas. The dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings. It pairs wonderfully with herbs and light sauces, highlighting the depth of its flavor nuances. Such potatoes are not only nutritious but also provide a sense of comfort and warmth, reminiscent of evenings spent enjoying delicious meals with loved ones.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 317.5
• Proteins: 12.2g
• Fats: 21.3g
• Carbohydrates: 26.8g

Ingredients

• Potato: 10 pc
• Olive oil: 30 ml
• Mushrooms: 500 g
• Spinach: 2 bunch
• Butter: 30 g
• Heavy cream: 100 ml
• Onion: 1 pc
• Mozzarella cheese: 100 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
• Cheddar cheese: 100 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 30 ml
• Green: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Wash the potatoes well and bake them whole for about 20-30 minutes until cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 10 pieces

2. Meanwhile, prepare the filling: sauté mushrooms with onions in vegetable oil until cooked. Add salt and pepper. Add cream and simmer for 3 minutes. Let it cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mushrooms: 500 g
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Vegetable oil: 30 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Heavy cream: 100 ml

3. Chop the spinach coarsely and heat it in a pan with butter for about 3 minutes until wilted. Add to the mushrooms.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spinach: 2 bunchs
   • Butter: 30 g

4. Cut the cooked potatoes in half and scoop out the potato flesh almost to the skin. Place the potato boats back on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 15 minutes at 180 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 30 ml

5. Add the potato mixture to the mushrooms and spinach. When the filling cools, add three types of grated cheese, but leave some for the crust.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 100 g
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
   • Cheddar cheese: 100 g

6. Fill the boats with filling, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and bake for 5-10 minutes at 180 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 100 g
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
   • Cheddar cheese: 100 g

7. Garnish with greenery.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green:  to taste