Name: Creamy One Pan Mushrooms with Bacon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces bacon (cut into large cubes 2 tbsp butter); 1 pound 16 ounces cremini mushrooms; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/4 cup white wine; 4 garlic cloves (minced); 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped); 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped); Salt and pepper (to taste); 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup mozzarella (shredded); 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; Fresh parsley (for garnish)

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This one-pan, easy recipe for Creamy Mushrooms and Bacon will be on the table in no time at all. This recipe is so versatile; it makes a wonderful side dish to any protein or a perfect main dish. Make it extra comforting and serve over noodles for a creamy mushroom pasta recipe that will have you coming back for more!

Creamy Mushrooms and Bacon

In this recipe, fresh mushrooms are sauteed in butter until golden brown and then simmered with garlic, heavy cream, and white wine. Once the mushrooms are simmering with goodness, the crispy bacon is added and the dish is topped with cheese and broiled until bubbly and irresistibly yummy.

Garlic Mushrooms

The great thing about mushrooms is that they are available any time of the year so if you want to serve this side dish over the holidays you won’t have any issues finding them. However, I guarantee this mushroom dish is going be a crowd-pleaser year-round. Make sure to serve some garlic bread on the side to soak up the cream sauce.

If you are one of those many mushroom lovers, you will love these mushroom recipes too: Broccoli Stuffed Mushrooms, Spicy Tater Tot Casserole With Mushrooms, or this Surimi Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms.

Easy Mushroom Recipe

Simple to prepare with basic ingredients this recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes making it a great option for a busy weeknight but decadent enough for a fancy dinner party, holiday celebration, or potluck.

Ingredients for Garlic Butter Mushrooms

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Bacon – Bacon, cut into large cubes. Sub turkey bacon if you don’t eat pork bacon.
Butter – Salted or unsalted butter both work well.
Mushrooms – Brown cremini mushrooms are great but any kind of mushrooms will work. White mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms are also good choices.
Olive oil – Extra virgin olive oil is best but any kind will work.
White wine – Any type of dry white wine will work like Pinot Grigio.
Garlic – Fresh garlic cloves, minced, are best but jarred garlic is an option.
Parsley – Fresh parsley, chopped, adds flavor and some color.
Thyme – Fresh thyme, chopped, adds a sweet and peppery flavor.
Salt and pepper – Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Heavy cream – Heavy cream adds richness and creates a creamy sauce.
Cheese – I used a combination of freshly grated mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese for the ultimate in cheesy goodness.
Fresh parsley – Add a touch of fresh parsley for a garnish.

How to make side dish mushrooms

Here’s a brief overview of how to make this decadent side dish.

Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon.

Cook bacon until crispy then remove. Don’t remove the bacon fat.

Add the butter to the hot skillet with the leftover bacon grease and allow to melt.

Add the mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.

To the sauteed mushrooms, add the white wine and cook for a few minutes to allow it to reduce slightly.

Add the garlic, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper. Mix to combine.

Add the heavy cream and lower the heat to allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, preheat the broiler, and add the cooked bacon back to the skillet.

Stir to combine.

Sprinkle the parmesan cheese and mozzarella over the dish and broil for 4 minutes or until lightly golden on top.

Serve with fresh parsley.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months though the flavor and texture of the dish may not be the same.

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FAQs about this creamy mushroom recipe

Can I make this dish in advance and reheat it later? Yes, you can prepare this dish and reheat it over the stovetop or in the microwave.
What main course dishes pair well with this creamy mushroom dish? Though this side dish goes with anything, I sometimes serve it with Baked Pork Chops and I love it with steak!
How can I make this dish even creamier? To add even more creaminess to these mushrooms stir in some cream cheese. Both full-fat and low-fat will work.

Substitutions

Remember that when it comes to making substitutions in recipes, you don’t need to be afraid to get creative and use ingredients that suit your personal taste and dietary preferences. Make it your own!

If you want to keep the recipe alcohol free use chicken broth or chicken stock instead of white wine.
Try portobello, baby Bella, button mushrooms, or a blend of mushrooms. Any kind of mushroom will taste great.
Use half and half for a lighter version of creamy mushrooms and bacon.

Tips & Tricks

Try to use whole mushrooms that are all the same size so they cook at the same pace in this easy side dish. I prefer whole mushrooms to sliced mushrooms.
Prepare this recipe on your grill or pellet smoker any time of the year.
Allow the mushrooms to come to room temperature before storing them.
Make sure to gently wipe off any dirt on the mushrooms before you cook them.

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This mushroom side dish is an absolute must. Pair it with just about any main course and you’ll be amazed at how it will elevate your entire meal to a new level of deliciousness.

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