🍄 Creamy Parmesan Mushroom Dip 🧀

Savor the rich flavors of this dip, perfect for family gatherings or a delightful treat to unwind after a long day!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 block of softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian panko bread crumbs
- 3 TBSP of grated Parmesan cheese for topping
- 2 TBSP of butter, plus 3 TBSP for sautéing
- 1 large scoop of minced garlic
- 8 oz container of mushrooms, roughly chopped
- Pepper and garlic herb seasoning to taste

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a pan over medium to high heat, melt 3 TBSP of butter. Add the chopped mushrooms and sauté for a few minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and continue to cook until the garlic is fragrant, then remove from heat.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded Parmesan, and season with pepper and garlic herb seasoning. Mix well.
5. Fold the sautéed mushrooms into the cream cheese mixture.
6. Grease an 8x8 baking dish and transfer the mushroom mixture into it.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the Italian panko breadcrumbs and 3 TBSP of grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the mushroom mixture.
8. Melt the remaining 2 TBSP of butter and drizzle it over the breadcrumb topping.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Then, switch to broil for an additional 2 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Be sure to watch it closely to prevent burning.
10. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 290 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 25g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, substitute regular cream cheese with a low-fat version and use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Add chopped green onions or chives on top for an extra burst of flavor and a touch of color.

⏳ Preparation time 🕑
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 14 minutes | Serving: Serves 6