Description
Cheesy Mushrooms are a savory, satisfying appetizer or side dish made with sautéed mushrooms, melted cheese, garlic, and herbs. Quick to prepare and packed with umami flavor, they’re perfect for parties or a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh mushrooms (button, cremini, or portobello), cleaned and stems removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella, cheddar, or cheese blend
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Optional: 2 tbsp cream cheese or sour cream for added richness
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or sheet pan.
- Clean mushrooms and remove stems if desired. Slice larger mushrooms or leave small ones whole.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and liquid has mostly evaporated. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- If using cream cheese or sour cream, stir it into the mushrooms now.
- Transfer mushrooms to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese and Parmesan if using.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a mix of cheeses for deeper flavor—mozzarella for meltiness, cheddar for sharpness.
- Sautéing mushrooms helps prevent sogginess by removing excess moisture.
- Add breadcrumbs before baking for a crispy topping.
- This dish is naturally low-carb and gluten-free.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cheese and oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
