Description
Mushroom lovers rejoice with this Cheesy Mushroom Delight recipe, where earthy fungi mingle with rich, melted cheese. Creamy textures and bold flavors invite you to savor each comforting bite of this irresistible culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup (150 grams) onion, chopped
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (200 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping:
- 1 cup (100 grams) breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the delectable mushroom dish.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium temperature. Sauté chopped onions until they become translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender, about 8-10 minutes. Enhance with salt and pepper for depth of flavor.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sour cream until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency. Incorporate most of the shredded cheese, stirring thoroughly.
- Fold the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture into the cheese blend, ensuring complete and even integration of ingredients.
- Transfer the combined mixture to a greased casserole dish, creating an even layer for consistent cooking.
- Generously sprinkle remaining shredded cheese and breadcrumbs across the top, creating a golden, crispy crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, watching for a bubbling surface and rich golden-brown topping.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for 3-4 minutes, letting flavors meld and surface settle.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm, revealing the rich, creamy texture of this mushroom delight.
Notes
- Swap dairy for plant-based alternatives like vegan cream cheese and nutritional yeast to create a dairy-free version that’s equally creamy and delicious.
- Reduce fat content by using low-fat cream cheese and part-skim mozzarella, maintaining the rich flavor while making the dish lighter.
- Add extra nutrition by incorporating spinach or kale into the mushroom mixture, boosting the vegetable content without compromising the cheesy goodness.
- Enhance texture and flavor by toasting the breadcrumbs with a sprinkle of herbs like thyme or rosemary before adding them as a crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg