This delightful Stuffed Mushroom Casserole is a culinary masterpiece that brings together the earthy flavors of mushrooms with a rich and creamy filling. With a crispy breadcrumb topping, it’s a dish that will captivate your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this recipe promises to impress your loved ones with its irresistible combination of flavors and textures.
Our family’s love affair with this Stuffed Mushroom Casserole began on a chilly winter evening. As the aroma of garlic and mushrooms filled the air, my husband’s curiosity got the best of him, and he couldn’t resist sneaking a taste from the skillet. From that moment on, it became an instant hit in our household. Now, it has become a cherished recipe that we turn to time and time again. Whether it’s a special occasion or just a weeknight treat, this casserole never fails to bring smiles to our faces and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
“Why This Stuffed Mushroom Casserole Will Be Your New Favorite”
- A delectable combination of sautéed white mushrooms, creamy cheese filling, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.
- The cream cheese adds a luscious and velvety texture to the dish, enhancing the flavors of the mushrooms.
- The blend of mozzarella, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs creates a golden and crunchy crust that adds a delightful contrast to the creamy filling.
- The fresh parsley adds a pop of freshness, balancing out the richness of the dish.
- Versatile and customizable – you can experiment with different types of mushrooms or add your favorite herbs and spices to personalize the recipe.
- Simple and easy-to-follow steps that result in an impressive and crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 680 grams (1.5 pounds) white mushrooms
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 170 grams (6 ounces) cream cheese
- 120 grams (½ cup) grated mozzarella
- 90 grams (¾ cup) bread crumbs
- 60 grams (½ cup) grated Parmesan
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 ½ tablespoons butter, melted
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Quarter the white mushrooms and add them to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté the mushrooms until they have softened and most of the water has cooked off, which takes about 7-9 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Stir in the cubed cream cheese until the mushrooms are evenly coated.
- Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the mozzarella, ½ cup of bread crumbs, and ¼ cup of Parmesan.
- Once combined, transfer the mixture to a greased 8×8 baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped parsley, melted butter, remaining Parmesan, and bread crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture on top of the mushrooms in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the breadcrumb topping turns golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Stuffed Mushroom Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 680 grams 1.5 pounds white mushrooms
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 170 grams 6 ounces cream cheese
- 120 grams ½ cup grated mozzarella
- 90 grams ¾ cup bread crumbs
- 60 grams ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 ½ tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Quarter the white mushrooms and add them to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté the mushrooms until they have softened and most of the water has cooked off, which takes about 7-9 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Stir in the cubed cream cheese until the mushrooms are evenly coated.
- Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the mozzarella, ½ cup of bread crumbs, and ¼ cup of Parmesan.
- Once combined, transfer the mixture to a greased 8x8 baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped parsley, melted butter, remaining Parmesan, and bread crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture on top of the mushrooms in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the breadcrumb topping turns golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!