Creamy Garlic Mushrooms and Bacon
This Creamy Garlic Mushrooms and Bacon delivers 16g protein and 452 calories across 8 servings. Ready in 15 minutes on the stovetop, this recipe stretches further as a side than a standalone meal. Stack it with lean protein to maximize your caloric efficiency per serving.
Ingredients
- •Bacon(227g)
- •Unsalted Butter(30g)
- •Mushrooms, Cremini(737g)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Wine, White, Dry(60g)
- •Garlic(360g)
- •Cream, Heavy Whipping(360g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(15g)
- •Thyme, Fresh(5g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Cheese, Mozzarella, Fresh(120g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
Instructions
- 1Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and browned. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 2In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and drizzle with olive oil, scraping up any browned bits from the pan bottom. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden brown and release their liquid.
- 3Pour in the white wine and cook for 2–3 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half and slightly syrupy.
- 4Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and add the fresh parsley and thyme, then reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5Stir the cooked bacon back into the skillet and mix until combined. Top the entire mixture with the fresh mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6Preheat your broiler to high. Place the skillet under the broiler for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and lightly golden brown.
- 7Divide the creamy garlic mushrooms and bacon evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot. Allow to cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
- 8Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring gently, until warmed through before serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
452
calories
16g
protein
37g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 22g
- Saturated fat
- 17.5g
- Sodium
- 449 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.6g
8 servings per batch · ~249g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Garlic Mushrooms and Bacon have per serving?
Each serving contains 16g of protein and 452 calories with 37g fat and 22g carbs. The protein density is moderate, making this better as a side dish than a standalone protein source.
How long does Creamy Garlic Mushrooms and Bacon take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 8 servings per batch, making it one of the most efficient recipes for volume meal prep. One session covers over a week's worth of side servings.
Is Creamy Garlic Mushrooms and Bacon good for fat loss?
At 452 calories and only 16g protein per serving, this recipe is too calorie-dense and protein-light for dedicated fat-loss phases. Reserve it as a side component to pair with lean protein sources like chicken breast or fish.
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