Stuffed Mushrooms
	
		Savory stuffed mushrooms filled with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic, and herbs, perfect as an appetizer or party snack.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 mins
 
							- Cook Time: 20 mins
 
							- Total Time: 35 mins
 
							- Yield: 16 stuffed mushrooms 1x
 
							- Category: Appetizer
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 16 large white mushrooms
 
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
 
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
 
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
 
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
 
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional for creaminess)
 
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
 
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set aside.
 
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushroom stems and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
 
- Stir in breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, cream cheese (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
 
- Stuff each mushroom cap with the prepared filling and arrange them on a baking sheet.
 
- Drizzle the stuffed mushrooms with the remaining olive oil.
 
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
 
- Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- You can substitute cream cheese with ricotta for a lighter filling.
 
- For extra flavor, add chopped cooked bacon or sausage to the filling.
 
- Make ahead by stuffing mushrooms, refrigerating, and baking just before serving.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
 
							- Calories: 90
 
							- Sugar: 1g
 
							- Sodium: 160mg
 
							- Fat: 6g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 2g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 7g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 3g
 
							- Cholesterol: 5mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: stuffed mushrooms, mushroom appetizer, vegetarian appetizer, party snack