Stuffed Mushrooms

Name: Stuffed Mushrooms
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 16 large white mushrooms; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Savory mushroom caps filled with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs, then baked until golden.

45 minMediumServes 8120 cal/serving

ItalianAppetizerOvenVegetarianLow CarbLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

16 large white mushrooms
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean 16 large white mushrooms and remove stems. Finely chop stems.
2

Heat 2 tablespoons of 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
3

Add chopped mushroom stems and cook for another 2 minutes.
4

In a bowl, combine sautéed mixture with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup softened cream cheese, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well.
5

Brush mushroom caps with remaining olive oil and place on a baking sheet, cavity side up.
6

Fill each mushroom cap with the stuffing mixture, mounding slightly.
7

Bake for 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden brown.
8

Serve warm.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Stuffed Mushrooms?

As written, 45 minutes: 20 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 7 (25 minutes): "Bake for 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden brown."

What oven temperature does Stuffed Mushrooms need?

For Stuffed Mushrooms, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 7.

What should Stuffed Mushrooms look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 7: cook until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden brown.

Is there a substitute for Parmesan in Stuffed Mushrooms?

The entry for Stuffed Mushrooms calls for 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated. In its place: Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano, measure for measure. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast at half the volume.

Can I make Stuffed Mushrooms gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Stuffed Mushrooms is 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Stuffed Mushrooms vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated and 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan appetizer collection.

How long does Stuffed Mushrooms keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Stuffed Mushrooms within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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