Bushra Griffith
Mushrooms, cheese, and bacon are a classic combination, and there are many ways to cook them together. You can make a grilled cheese sandwich with garlic mushrooms and bacon, or stuff the mushrooms with cheese and bacon. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even make mushroom bacon by marinating and frying them to create a chewy, smoky texture similar to bacon. For a more substantial meal, try a creamy bacon and mushroom pasta or a bacon, mushroom, and garlic soup.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Dish | Bacon and mushroom pasta, Grilled cheese sandwich, Bacon-stuffed mushrooms, Crispy vegan smoked mushroom bacon |
| Mushrooms | Cremini, Portobello, Button, Shiitake, King Oyster, Crimini/Portabellini |
| Bacon | Crispy |
| Cheese | Parmesan, Mozzarella, Aged sharp cheddar, Cheddar |
| Other ingredients | Olive oil, Soy sauce, Maple syrup, Liquid smoke, Salt, Black pepper, Sugar, Powdered garlic, Paprika, Balsamic vinegar, Mayonnaise, Butter, Bread, Chicken stock, Italian seasoning, Flour, Lemon juice, Mustard, Heavy cream, Butter, Onion, Parsley, Red pepper |
| Cooking method | Frying, Baking, Roasting |
| Cook time | 30 minutes |
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How to make a grilled cheese sandwich with garlic mushrooms and bacon
This recipe is a delicious and indulgent treat, perfect for a weekend lunch or dinner. The combination of stretchy, melty mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and salty, crispy bacon is irresistible. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make a grilled cheese sandwich with garlic mushrooms and bacon.
Ingredients:
- Bread of your choice (sliced)
- Butter or mayonnaise
- Mozzarella
- Sharp cheddar
- Bacon
- Mushrooms (Crimini or Cremini mushrooms are recommended)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Red pepper flakes
- Dried oregano
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
Firstly, cook the bacon. Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat until crispy and golden brown. Drain the bacon on a paper towel and set aside. Next, prepare the mushrooms. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown, this should take around 6-7 minutes. Then, add the garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for a further minute or two until fragrant. Finally, stir in a small splash of balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Now it's time to assemble the sandwich. Combine the grated mozzarella and cheddar in a bowl and mix well. Spread butter or mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. Place two slices of bread, butter/mayo side down, into a large skillet. Top each slice with the cheese mixture, followed by two slices of bacon, and a generous spoonful of the garlic mushrooms. Top with another slice of bread, butter/mayo side up. Cook the sandwiches over medium heat for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately and enjoy!
You can also experiment with adding other ingredients to this sandwich, such as sliced tomatoes, avocado, or fresh herbs. This grilled cheese sandwich is a delicious and indulgent treat, perfect for a cozy weekend lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
- Pasta
- Bacon
- Mushrooms
- Cheese (Parmesan, mozzarella, sharp cheddar or a combination)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Red pepper flakes
- Dried oregano
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper
- Chicken stock
- Italian seasoning
- Flour
- Lemon juice
- Mustard
- Heavy cream
Method
Start by frying the bacon in a pan until crispy. Set aside. Next, add olive oil to the pan and fry the mushrooms until golden brown. Add the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes and cook for a further minute or two. Then, stir in the balsamic vinegar and remove the pan from the heat. Season with salt and pepper.
In a separate pot, prepare the garlic herb cream sauce. Add the chicken stock, Italian seasoning, flour, lemon juice, and mustard and bring to a simmer. Then, slowly add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the mushrooms and bacon. Toss everything together, adding a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Finally, stir in your desired amount of grated cheese and serve immediately.
Enjoy your creamy bacon and mushroom pasta!
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Ingredients
- Mushrooms (King Oyster, Cremini, Portobello, Shiitake, or Button mushrooms)
- Olive oil or canola oil
- Soy sauce
- Maple syrup
- Liquid smoke or smoked paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Powdered garlic
- Sugar (organic, if vegan)
Instructions
Firstly, slice the mushrooms. King Oyster mushrooms should be sliced into pieces about ⅙-inch thick, while other mushrooms should be thinly sliced.
Next, prepare the marinade. In a medium bowl, mix together the olive oil or canola oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke or smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, powdered garlic, and sugar. Add the sliced mushrooms to the bowl and gently toss to evenly coat them with the marinade.
Now, it's time to cook the mushrooms. You can use a skillet or an oven for this step.
If using a skillet, heat a large skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the mushrooms and any leftover marinade. Fry for 5-10 minutes, letting them get golden on one side before flipping. Try not to stir the mushrooms too much, as letting them rest will allow them to brown better.
If using an oven, preheat it to 350-400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place the marinated mushroom slices on the parchment paper, leaving some space between each slice. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them once about halfway through. Keep an eye on them, as the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the slices and your oven. They're done when the edges start to darken.
Once cooked, let the mushroom bacon bits sit for a few minutes to crisp up before serving. Enjoy them as a topping on soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, or pizza, or serve them with tofu scramble or vegan fried egg for a delicious vegan breakfast.
You can store any leftover mushroom bacon bits in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat them in a toaster oven or skillet to regain the crispness.
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Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley
- 1 pound of crimini mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, mix together the cheddar cheese, crispy chopped bacon, fresh chopped parsley, and a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together and set the bowl aside. Grab a large oven-safe skillet and heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cleaned, stemmed crimini mushrooms and cook them for about 2-3 minutes on each side, just until they start to brown a bit. This helps the mushrooms release some of their moisture and gives them a head start before they go into the oven.
Add about 1 tablespoon of the bacon/cheese mixture to each mushroom, and place the mushrooms in the oven. Bake for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Keep an eye on them in the oven – you want the cheese to melt, but not to burn. Once they’re done, pull the skillet out of the oven and let the mushrooms cool for a minute or two before serving.
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Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley
- 1 pound of cremini mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, crispy chopped bacon, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. In a separate bowl, toss the mushrooms with olive oil. Place the mushrooms in a large oven-safe skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, just until they start to brown. Stuff each mushroom with about 1 tablespoon of the bacon-Parmesan mixture. Transfer the skillet with the stuffed mushrooms to the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow the mushrooms to cool for a minute or two before serving.
Tips
- Choose large cremini mushrooms for this recipe, as they are the perfect size for stuffing and have a hearty texture that holds up well when roasted.
- Be cautious with added salt, as the bacon and Parmesan already provide plenty of seasoning.
- This filling is super versatile, so feel free to add in some garlic or even a bit of crushed red pepper if you want some heat.
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