Cheesy Radicchio Mushroom Bake

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

2 large heads (600g) radicchio, sliced
2 cups (192g) mushrooms, sliced
4 Tbsp (57g) unsalted butter or olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic (6g), minced
1/2 cup (119g) heavy cream
1/3 cup (33g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (113g) shredded cheese (cheddar, colby or monterey jack)
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (for topping)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced radicchio to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until it wilts and becomes tender. Remove the radicchio from the skillet and set aside.

Add the remaining two tablespoons of butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant; add the mushrooms and cook for 10 to 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream; stir well to combine with the mushrooms.

Add the grated Parmesan and half of the cheese to the skillet and continue stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add the sautéed radicchio back to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly with the sauce.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the radicchio mixture.

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the top is golden brown.

Remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with walnuts and parsley and serve as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

562 Calories
17.3g Protein
50.8g Fat
3.5g Fiber
15.2g Total Carbs
11.2g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.