Longhorn Steakhouse Stuffed Mushrooms Copycat (Better Than the Restaurant!)

 

I’ll be honest, I’ve never actually tried the stuffed mushrooms at Longhorn Steakhouse, but I’m incapable of walking past a stuffed mushroom on any menu. One bite of this copycat version and I was hooked. These are legitimately restaurant-quality: earthy mushrooms filled with garlic-herb cream cheese, nestled in a rich four-cheese Alfredo, and topped with bubbly cheddar and golden buttered breadcrumbs. In other words, absolute perfection.

 The best part? You can prep everything ahead, refrigerate, and bake right before serving. I made mine in stages while watching the Cardinals blow a seven-run lead — don’t get me started.

 I made just one small change to the original recipe. After washing the mushrooms (Yes, you can give them a good rinse, mushrooms don’t absorb water the way many people believe.), I placed them upside down on paper towels while I prepared the filling. Removing any excess surface moisture helps the filling stay creamy instead of watery.

Other than that, this recipe is prepared exactly as written by the folks at CopyKat.com, and it is every bit as delicious as promised. 

LongHorn Steakhouse Stuffed Mushrooms (Copycat)

 Mushrooms & Filling

16 oz. baby portobello mushrooms

4 oz. Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese

 ½ c. grated white cheddar cheese

 Buttered Breadcrumb Topping

1/3 c. Italian breadcrumbs

3 T. butter, melted

¼ t. garlic powder

Pinch salt

 Four Cheese Alfredo Sauce

 3 T. unsalted butter

2 t. finely minced garlic

1 T. flour

1 c. heavy cream

1/3 c. half-and-half

½ c. grated Parmesan cheese

¼ c. shredded white cheddar

¼ c. shredded Gruyère or Fontina

Salt and white pepper, to taste

 Topping

1 c. grated white cheddar cheese

2 t. finely minced parsley

 Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 2-qt. baking dish.

 Remove the stems from the mushrooms and wash the caps. Place them upside down on a paper towel-lined plate while you prepare the filling.

 Combine the Boursin cheese and ½ c. of the white cheddar until well blended. Fill each mushroom cap generously, but don’t overfill.

 To make the Alfredo sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the flour and cook for another minute. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and half-and-half. Stir in the Parmesan, white cheddar, and Gruyère until smooth. Season with salt and white pepper.

Pour enough Alfredo sauce into the baking dish to lightly coat the bottom.

 Arrange the stuffed mushrooms, filling side up, in the sauce.

Spoon a little more Alfredo over each mushroom. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 c. white cheddar. Combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and salt. Sprinkle evenly over the cheese.

 Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is bubbling. Switch the oven to low broil and broil for 2–3 minutes, watching carefully until the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

 Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

 

Tips

Don’t overfill the mushrooms. As the cheese softens, excess filling will spill into the sauce.

 If the Alfredo thickens while assembling the dish, stir in a splash of half-and-half over low heat until pourable.

 Reserve extra Alfredo for serving alongside the mushrooms or spooning over individual servings.

 

For more delicious copycat recipes, I highly recommend this book. You can grab a copy here. 

 

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Creamy Boursin Pasta con Broccoli: Ready in Under 30 Minutes!

 

If you’re a pasta lover like me, you know that classic pasta con broccoli holds a special place in the heart—especially when it reminds you of your favorite local Italian spot. But let’s be honest: some versions require too much fuss for a weeknight dinner. That’s why I’m obsessed with this super-simple twist that uses Boursin cheese for an instant flavor upgrade. The shallot and chive variety brings herbaceous, garlicky magic that shines through, turning a handful of ingredients into a creamy, restaurant-worthy dish with practically zero effort.This Boursin Pasta con Broccoli is rich, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings when you want something indulgent without the hassle. It serves two generous main portions or four as a side—ideal for date night or family dinner.

Boursin Pasta con Broccoli

6 oz. orecchiette pasta(or any short pasta you love)
2 c. fresh broccoli florets
1 (5.2-oz) package Boursin Shallot & Chive cheese
½ c. heavy cream
Pinch of salt
¼ t. freshly ground black pepper

Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette and cook according to package directions until al dente.

During the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time, add the broccoli florets to the pot with the pasta. This saves you an extra pan and keeps things simple!

While the pasta cooks, warm the Boursin cheese and heavy cream in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir gently until the cheese fully melts into a silky, creamy sauce.

Using a spider strainer or slotted spoon – stop draining pasta! –, transfer the cooked pasta and broccoli directly from the pot to the skillet. The starchy pasta water clinging to the noodles will help thin and smooth the sauce perfectly.

Toss everything together until beautifully coated. If the sauce feels too thin, let it simmer for a minute or two to thicken. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. 

This dish is pure comfort: tender pasta, bright green broccoli, and that irresistible garlicky-herb cream sauce. Once you try it with Boursin, you’ll never go back!

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