Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom caps stuffed with a savory breadcrumb-cheese filling, baked until golden. Party appetizer perfection. The trick is cooking the mushroom stems separately for the filling base.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
11 min
Servings
4
Calories
313 cal
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- Mushrooms1
- Cheese1 cup
- Parsley1
- Oregano1
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic3 cloves
- Salt1 tsp
- Black Pepper½ tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 4 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Mushrooms1
- Cheese1 cup
- Parsley1
- Oregano1
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic3 cloves
- Salt1 tsp
- Black Pepper0.5 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 400°F. Choose 20 medium cremini mushrooms (1.5-2 inches). Remove stems by twisting; chop the stems finely.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high. Cook the chopped stems with 3 minced garlic cloves and ½ chopped onion for 5 minutes until moisture evaporates and they brown.
- 3
In a bowl, mix the cooked stems with 1 cup panko, ½ cup grated Parmesan, ¼ cup chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme, 4 oz softened cream cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- 4
Brush mushroom caps with olive oil. Arrange hollow-side up on baking sheet.
- 5
Stuff each cap generously with the filling. Top with extra Parmesan.
- 6
Bake 18-20 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden brown. Cool 3 minutes before serving.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Don't rinse mushrooms. They absorb water.
- 2.Cook the stems separately. Removes their water for proper filling.
- 3.Brush caps with oil. Prevents shriveling.
- 4.Cool slightly. Filling is volcanic out of the oven.
🔬 Why It Works
Stuffed mushrooms succeed because the pre-cooked stem mixture provides umami base for the filling. The cream cheese binds; Parmesan adds salt and depth; panko adds texture. The combination of meaty mushroom cap and savory filling makes these crowd-pleasing appetizers.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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