Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

extra virgin olive oil

4 unit

garlic

minced

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground to taste

2.5 lb

portobello mushrooms

1 unit

onion

diced

0.25 cup

sage

chopped

0.25 cup

rosemary

chopped

1 unit

artisan bread

round loaf

1 cup

swiss cheese

shredded

2 unit

eggs

beaten

0.25 cup

nonfat milk

Step 1
~6 min

Combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

Step 2
~6 min

Add the mushrooms to the bowl.

Step 3
~6 min

Marinate the mushrooms in the mixture for at least 24 hours.

Step 4
~6 min

Preheat the oven to 425F.

Step 5
~6 min

Remove the mushrooms from the marinade.

Step 6
~6 min

Roast the mushrooms for 45 minutes.

Step 7
~6 min

Remove the roasted mushrooms from the oven and let them cool.

Step 8
~6 min

Coarsely chop the cooled mushrooms.

Step 9
~6 min

Set the chopped mushrooms aside.

Step 10
~6 min

Reduce the oven temperature to 350F.

Step 11
~6 min

Heat the remaining marinade in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 12
~6 min

Saute the diced onion in the heated marinade for 7 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 13
~6 min

Add the chopped mushrooms and herbs (sage and rosemary) to the skillet.

Step 14
~6 min

Cook for 5 minutes.

Step 15
~6 min

Remove the mushroom mixture from the heat and let it cool.

Step 16
~6 min

Cut a hole in the top of the artisan bread loaf, about 1/2 inch down from the top.

Step 17
~6 min

Hollow out the loaf, reserving the soft breadcrumbs in small pieces.

Step 18
~6 min

Transfer the mushroom mixture to a large bowl.

Step 19
~6 min

Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved breadcrumbs to the mushroom mixture.

Step 20
~6 min

Sprinkle in the shredded Swiss cheese, salt, and pepper.

Step 21
~6 min

Add the beaten eggs mixed with nonfat milk.

Step 22
~6 min

Stir until the mixture is moistened throughout.

Step 23
~6 min

Stuff the mushroom mixture back into the hollowed-out bread.

Step 24
~6 min

Wrap the stuffed loaf completely in foil to prevent drying out.

Step 25
~6 min

Bake the loaf until the mixture is cooked through, for about 45 minutes.

Step 26
~6 min

Remove the loaf from the oven and unwrap the foil.

Step 27
~6 min

Let the loaf cool slightly before slicing.

Step 28
~6 min

Slice the loaf and serve with a tart green salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of white wine to the mushroom mixture for extra flavor.

Use a serrated knife to slice the bread easily.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as an appetizer or a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italian-American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, suitable for gatherings

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Party
Dinner
Thanksgiving

Popularity Score

75/100

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