Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of stuffed mushrooms in a delicious and easy-to-make dip! Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a cozy night in, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍄 1 lb mushrooms, finely chopped
- 🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 🥛 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 🥛 1/2 cup sour cream
- 🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 🧀 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🌿 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 🌿 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 🌿 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 🌶 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 🍞 Bread slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks for serving
📝 Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
2️⃣ Cook the Mushrooms:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and onion. Cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
3️⃣ Prepare the Creamy Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
4️⃣ Combine and Bake:
- Add the cooked mushroom mixture to the creamy mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Spread it out evenly.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dip is bubbly.
6️⃣ Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with bread slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the mushroom mixture while cooking.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat in the oven before serving.
- You can also add cooked and crumbled sausage or bacon for a meatier version of this dip.