Baked Cheesy Mushrooms Casserole
This delicious casserole features tender mushrooms in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a vegetarian main course, it combines cheddar and Parmesan for a rich, cheesy flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb button mushrooms sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs optional
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced mushrooms with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the mushroom mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan over the mushrooms.
- Pour the heavy cream evenly over the entire dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter with breadcrumbs until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
- Optionally, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve an extra crispy topping.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.
Notes
For a lower-carb version, omit the breadcrumbs or replace them with crushed nuts.
Nutrition
Serving: 155gCalories: 320kcal
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