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baked mushrooms mozzarella

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🍄 Enjoy a savory, cheesy treat with a Mediterranean twist!
🧀 Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish to complement any meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 500 grams Portobello mushrooms

– 30 grams olive oil for marinating

– 100 grams mozzarella cheese

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 teaspoon dried oregano

– Salt to taste

– Optional fresh basil

Instructions

First Step: Prepare the Mushrooms. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to avoid excess water, then remove their stems. This prepares them for marinating and ensures even cooking.

Second Step: Marinate the Mushrooms. Place the mushrooms in a baking dish and drizzle with 30 grams of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dried oregano. Toss gently to coat evenly. Let the mushrooms marinate for about 30 minutes at room temperature so they absorb the flavors.

Third Step: Add Mozzarella and Bake. After marinating, scatter cubed mozzarella cheese uniformly over the mushrooms. If you are using fresh herbs like basil, sprinkle them beneath the cheese to keep them from burning during baking. Place the dish in the preheated oven.

Fourth Step: Bake Until Golden and Bubbling. Bake the mushrooms for approximately 30 minutes or until the mozzarella melts, turns golden brown, and bubbles. Keep an eye on the cheese to avoid burning.

Final Step: Serve Warm and Enjoy. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. This baked mushrooms mozzarella dish can be enjoyed as a tasty side or a light main course paired with fresh salad or gluten-free bread to suit dietary preferences.

Last Step:

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Notes

🧄 Marinate mushrooms in olive oil for enhanced flavor.
🧀 Use fresh mozzarella for a creamy, melty topping.
🌿 Add fresh basil beneath the cheese for an aromatic boost.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Marinating Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1 gram
  • Sodium: 180 milligrams
  • Fat: 12 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 4 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 3 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Protein: 6 grams
  • Cholesterol: 15 milligrams