Cheesy Mushroom Casserole
A creamy and cheesy mushroom casserole, perfect for any meal. Delicious and easy to make.
Equipment
- Skillet
- baking dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms can substitute with dried mushrooms (rehydrated)
- 1 cup cooked rice consider quinoa or cauliflower rice for low-carb option
- 1 cup shredded cheese can try cheddar, mozzarella, or dairy-free cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream; Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
- 0.5 cup chopped onion shallots can be used for milder taste
- 2 cloves minced garlic fresh garlic preferred
- 1 tablespoon olive oil any light cooking oil can be substituted
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme can replace with Italian seasoning or fresh thyme
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Optional Topping
- 0.5 cup extra shredded cheese mix up cheese types for added flavor
Instructions
How to Make Cheesy Mushroom Casserole
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Toss in sliced mushrooms and dried thyme, stirring until softened (5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix sautéed vegetables with cooked rice, heavy cream, and shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle an additional ½ cup of cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
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