Mushrooms Chaliapin (or Shalyapin) tonight. A dish named after, and apparently invented by, the great Russian operatic singer and bon viveur.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feodor_Chaliapin
It is in 4 layers.
1. Vermicelli or tagliolini pasta, cooked, drained, then coated in butter and seasoned with salt & pepper.
2. Mushrooms and onions/shallots, sauteed 'til soft, then taken off the heat and mixed with sour cream.
3. Boiled or roast ham, chopped fine or shredded.
4. Cheese, grated and sprinkled on top. I use a mixture of cheddar (for flavour) and mozzarella (for texture).
Assemble it in layers, from pasta at the bottom to cheese on top, then grill 'til the cheese is bubbling golden brown. Serve it with chopped parsley on top (or chives, which is what I had available this time).
Proper rich, hearty, comfort food.
Chaliapin liked his food and drink, it would seem, as there is a hot chocolate recipe (cocoa, vodka, coffee liqueur & whipped cream) that is at least named after him.