Description
This Stuffed Mushroom Dip is a warm and cheesy appetizer featuring savory sausage, garlic, mushrooms, and spinach blended into a creamy mix of cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and sour cream. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s perfect for serving with toasted baguette, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- ½ tsp oil
- ¼ lb sausage of choice (casings removed, such as honey garlic, Italian, or Hot Italian)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, roughly chopped
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
Seasonings
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, ground
Dairy and Cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- ⅓ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
Optional Garnish
- ½ tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp sliced mushrooms (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400℉ to heat while you prepare the dip.
- Heat Oil: In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm ½ teaspoon of oil.
- Optional Mushroom Garnish: Sauté 2 tablespoons of the sliced mushrooms in the pan for 2-3 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside for garnish.
- Cook Sausage: Add the sausage with removed casing to the pan. Break it into small bite-sized pieces and sauté until it starts browning and is nearly cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms: Stir in the minced garlic, remaining mushrooms, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until mushrooms soften, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Spinach: Add the spinach and cook until wilted and moisture evaporates, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.
- Mix Cheeses: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and sour cream until evenly blended.
- Combine Mixture: Stir cooled mushroom and sausage mixture into the cheese blend until fully combined.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the dip to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Top with the reserved sautéed mushrooms if desired.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10-12 minutes until the dip bubbles.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake an additional 2-3 minutes until the top is lightly golden brown and edges start to crisp.
- Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley if using. Serve warm with toasted baguette, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain excess water thoroughly before adding to avoid excess moisture.
- The sausage choices can range from honey garlic to different types of Italian sausage for varying spice and flavor levels.
- This dip can be prepared ahead by making the mixture and refrigerating before baking.
- For a lighter alternative, swap sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
