Make this rich and creamy dip that captures the flavor of classic stuffed mushrooms. It is simple to prepare and perfect for parties or game day.
Author:katereilly
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:40 min
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound cremini or baby bella mushrooms, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound bulk Italian sausage (optional)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a medium oven-safe skillet.
If using sausage, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up until browned. Drain off excess grease. If not using sausage, skip this step.
Add the olive oil to the skillet (with or without sausage). Add the chopped mushrooms and onion. Cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and the onions are soft, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
Stir in the cooked sausage mixture (if using), half of the Parmesan cheese, the mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper into the cream cheese mixture. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Spread the mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish or skillet.
If desired, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and the Panko breadcrumbs over the top.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the top is lightly golden brown.
Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with baguette slices, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, prepare the dip mixture completely, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
If you skip the sausage, add 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme or Italian seasoning to the mixture for deeper savory flavor.
This is a great hot cheese dip recipe for game day gatherings.