Description
Stuffed Mushrooms are savory, bite-sized appetizers filled with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, herbs, and garlic. Baked until golden and tender, these mushrooms make a perfect party snack or elegant starter.
Ingredients
Mushrooms
- 20 large button mushrooms
Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature while you prepare the mushrooms.
- Prepare the mushrooms. Gently remove the stems from each mushroom and finely chop the stems, setting the caps aside for filling.
- Sauté the stems and garlic. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped mushroom stems and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Mix the filling. In the skillet, stir in breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, cream cheese, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook briefly while mixing to combine the flavors evenly.
- Stuff the mushroom caps. Use a spoon to fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared filling mixture, pressing lightly to hold the stuffing in place.
- Arrange and bake. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet, then bake them in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and the mushrooms are tender.
- Serve. Remove from the oven and serve the stuffed mushrooms warm as a delicious appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- For a heartier filling, add cooked sausage or crab meat to the stuffing mixture.
- Using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs will yield a crispier texture.
- Be careful not to overcook the mushrooms to keep them juicy and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
