Description
Mushroom lovers will adore this savory Stuffed Mushroom Casserole that combines earthy cremini mushrooms with rich, creamy cheese and herb-infused breadcrumbs. Layers of complex flavors and textures make this dish a delightful comfort meal you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb (680 g) white mushrooms (cleaned and quartered)
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese (cubed for even melting)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup bread crumbs
- 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsps fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 tbsps unsalted butter (melted)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace and preheat the oven to 350°F, ensuring even temperature distribution.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, creating a perfect sautéing environment.
- Add quartered mushrooms to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until moisture evaporates and mushrooms soften, approximately 7-9 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the skillet, stirring until fragrant and releasing its aromatic essence, about 1 minute.
- Fold in cream cheese, allowing it to melt and coat the mushrooms completely, creating a creamy texture.
- Remove skillet from heat and gently mix in mozzarella, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese, ensuring uniform distribution.
- Transfer the mushroom mixture to a greased 8×8-inch baking dish, spreading evenly to create a consistent layer.
- Craft a crispy topping by combining parsley, melted butter, remaining Parmesan, and bread crumbs in a separate bowl.
- Sprinkle the prepared topping generously over the mushroom base, covering the entire surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the topping turns golden brown and crisp, signaling the casserole is perfectly cooked.
Notes
- Enhance mushroom flavor by using a mix of different varieties like shiitake, cremini, and white button mushrooms for depth and complexity.
- Reduce carbohydrate content by substituting bread crumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds for a keto-friendly version.
- Control moisture by patting mushrooms dry before sautéing to prevent excess liquid and ensure a crispy, golden topping.
- Elevate protein content by adding cooked crumbled sausage or shredded rotisserie chicken to the mushroom mixture for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 234 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg