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Plumcake with Pancetta and Mushrooms

17/11/2023

I can provide you with a recipe for a delicious savory plumcake with pancetta and mushrooms. The preparation is quite simple and the result is a flavorful dish, perfect for a brunch or as an appetizer at a dinner with friends. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients

  • 200 g flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 100 ml milk
  • 80 ml vegetable oil
  • 1 packet baking powder for savory cakes
  • 150 g mushrooms (button or porcini, depending on preference)
  • 150 g pancetta, cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • Chopped parsley (optional)
  • Butter and flour for greasing and flouring the pan

Preparation

  1. Start by cleaning the mushrooms: remove the earthy part of the stem, wipe them with a damp cloth or paper towel, and slice them. In a skillet, fry the pancetta until it becomes crispy. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool.

  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt. Add the milk and vegetable oil and mix well until you have a smooth mixture.

  3. Gradually incorporate the sifted flour with the baking powder, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the nutmeg and chopped parsley if desired.

  4. Add the cooled pancetta and mushrooms to the mixture and stir gently until everything is well distributed.

  5. Prepare a plumcake pan: grease it with butter and dust with flour to prevent the batter from sticking during baking.

  6. Pour the mixture into the pan and level it with a spatula.

  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 40 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the plumcake: if it comes out clean, the plumcake is ready.

  8. Remove the plumcake from the oven and let it cool before unmolding and serving.

Trivia

The plumcake, from the English name that literally means “plum cake,” has British origins and traditionally refers to a sweet. However, over time the term has also come to indicate savory recipes, which are perfect for lunches or dinners as an alternative to classic main courses. Savory plumcake can be customized with a variety of ingredients, making it a very versatile dish.