Can I use frozen champignons?

Fresh mushrooms are best for this recipe – frozen ones become too soft after thawing and won't hold their shape when stuffed.

How to know when the dish is done?

Check that the filling is fully cooked – insert a knife; it should come out hot and the juices should run clear. Baking time is about 30–40 minutes depending on mushroom size.

Can I make it without the creamy sauce?

Yes, you can bake them brushed with oil, but the sauce adds tenderness and creaminess that elevates the dish.

What to serve with stuffed champignons?

Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread. Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation.

Stuffed champignons baked in a creamy sauce

Name: Stuffed champignons baked in a creamy sauce
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 5 порций
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: Button mushrooms — 400 g; Onion — 50 g; Butter — 40 g; Beef minced meat — 100 g; Mayonnaise — 40 g; Cream — 70 g; Sour cream — 30 g; Semi-hard cheese — 40 g; Dill — 15 g

80min

785g

Nutrition per 100g

228

These stuffed champignons are a show-stopping dish that always impresses. Tender mushroom caps filled with savory ground beef, onion, and dill, baked in a creamy sauce and topped with a golden cheese crust. The aroma of baked mushrooms and cream fills your kitchen with warmth. Simple to prepare yet tastes like a restaurant-quality meal!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

From ingredients

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Mushrooms

Button mushrooms400 g

Vegetables

Onion50 g

For sautéing

Butter40 g

Filling

Beef minced meat100 g

Sauce

Cheese topping

SIMPLE PROCESS

Step by step recipe

The secret to this dish is preparing the champignons correctly. Carefully remove the stems without damaging the caps – don't discard them, as they go into the filling with the meat. Sauté the stems with onion in butter to release their flavour. For the sauce, mix heavy cream, sour cream, and mayonnaise – it adds creaminess and richness. Bake first without cheese to ensure the meat cooks through, then add cheese for a golden crust.

Step 1

Prep the champignons

Carefully remove the stems from 400 g (14 oz) of champignons without damaging the caps. Finely chop the stems and set the caps aside.

Step 2

Sauté the stems with onion

In a skillet, melt 40 g (about 3 tbsp) of butter, add 50 g (about 1.8 oz) of finely chopped onion, and cook until translucent. Add the chopped mushroom stems and sauté over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until soft.

Step 3

Prepare the filling

In a bowl, combine the sautéed stems and onion with 100 g (3.5 oz) of ground beef, 15 g (about ½ oz) of finely chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Stuff the mushroom caps

Fill each cap with the meat mixture, pressing gently. Arrange the stuffed caps in a baking dish.

Step 5

Make the creamy sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together 70 g (⅓ cup) of heavy cream, 30 g (2 tbsp) of sour cream, and 40 g (2.5 tbsp) of mayonnaise until smooth. Pour the sauce over the mushrooms, ensuring even coverage.

Step 6

Bake in the oven

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the dish for 20–25 minutes, then remove, sprinkle with 40 g (1.4 oz) of grated semi-hard cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 5–7 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden. Serve hot.

CHEF'S TIP

Choose large champignons

For stuffing, pick large mushrooms with sturdy caps – they hold more filling and stay intact during baking.

Don't overcook the stems

Sauté the stems until just tender, not crispy – they should blend well with the meat filling.

Whisk the sauce until smooth

Combine cream, sour cream, and mayo thoroughly to create a smooth, lump-free sauce that coats the mushrooms evenly.

Add cheese at the end

Sprinkle cheese over the caps 5–10 minutes before the end of baking so it melts without burning.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Add your taste

Ground beef → pork or chicken Use ground pork for a richer filling or ground chicken for a lighter version – cooking time remains the same.
Sour cream → Greek yogurt Replace sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce that stays creamy.
Dill → parsley or cilantro Swap dill for parsley for a milder flavour or cilantro for an Asian twist.
Skip the mayonnaise If you prefer, omit mayonnaise and increase the heavy cream to 100 g (about ½ cup) for a less caloric sauce.

HOW TO STORE

How to Store Stuffed Champignons

Cool the cooked mushrooms at room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 160°C (320°F) for 5–7 minutes or in the microwave. Freezing is not recommended – mushrooms become watery and lose texture upon thawing.

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