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Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms: A Family Favorite Recipe

Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms
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A spot-on recreation of Olive Garden’s famous stuffed mushrooms, featuring tender mushroom caps filled with a rich blend of cheeses, herbs, and Italian sausage, baked until golden and bubbly.

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mushrooms (6-8 servings) 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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  • 24 large white mushrooms (1.5-2″ diameter)
  • ½ lb mild Italian sausage (casings removed)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: Extra parsley and grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Prep Mushrooms: Clean mushrooms and remove stems (reserve for filling). Brush caps with olive oil and arrange on baking sheet.
  2. Make Filling: Brown sausage in skillet, breaking into crumbles. Finely chop mushroom stems and add to skillet with garlic. Cook 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Combine: Transfer mixture to bowl. Stir in cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, parsley, and breadcrumbs. Season to taste.
  4. Stuff: Fill each mushroom cap generously with mixture (about 1 tbsp each). Sprinkle with extra breadcrumbs if desired.
  5. Bake: At 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden.
  6. Serve: Garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Can be assembled (unbaked) 1 day in advance
  • Vegetarian Version: Omit sausage, add ½ cup chopped artichokes
  • Crisper Topping: Broil 1-2 minutes after baking
  • Storage: Reheat leftovers in air fryer for best texture

Nutrition

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