Ultimate Stuffed Mushroom Casserole Recipe
Discover the ultimate stuffed mushroom casserole with creamy cheese, golden topping, and rich flavors for easy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 pounds white mushrooms, quartered
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 baking dish.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add quartered mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until the water evaporates, about 7–9 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Prepare the Filling: Remove skillet from heat and blend in cream cheese until mushrooms are well-coated. Mix in mozzarella, half of the breadcrumbs, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the creamy mushroom mixture evenly into the greased dish.
- Prepare the Topping: Combine remaining breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving hot. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness with every bite!
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, firm mushrooms.
- Don’t skip the crispy topping; it adds essential texture.
- Adjust seasonings to taste before baking.
- Ideal for potlucks, holidays, or weeknight dinners.