Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 ozmedium sized baby bella or portobello mushrooms
- 2 tbspolive oil
to toss mushrooms
- Save the stems of the mushroom stuffing
- 1 tbspolive oil
to sauté
- 1shallot
- 3garlic cloves
- 1 tbspfresh cilantro
- 4 ozcream cheese
- 1egg
- ¼ cbread crumbs
- ½ cfresh grated Parmesan cheese
can also use shaved
- Salt
- black pepper
- 2 tbspfresh grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- 2
Rinse mushrooms quickly or wipe them off with a damp paper towel to clean. (If you rinse mushrooms, make sure to dry them with a paper towel right after.)
- 3
Carefully pop the stems off the caps and toss dried mushroom caps in some olive oil. Save mushroom stems for the stuffing. Set mushrooms aside while you make the stuffing.
- 4
Preheat a small cooking pan and 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- 5
Dice shallot and mushroom stems and saute until tender.
- 6
Mince garlic cloves and add them to the pan. Saute until fragrant and move veggies into a small bowl.
- 7
Cool veggies a little bit and add cream cheese, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, cilantro, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix very well until all combined.
- 8
Place mushroom caps into the baking dish. Carefully fill each cap with stuffing mixture, pressing down lightly with your finger to fit a little bit more.
- 9
Bake stuffed mushrooms for about 20-25 minutes making sure that the mushrooms are tender and golden brown on top.
- 10
Sprinkle the stuffed mushrooms with some more fresh grated Parmesan cheese and serve.
Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
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About this Recipe
The Best Creamy Garlicky Stuffed Mushrooms
Looking for an irresistible party appetizer that always impresses? These stuffed mushrooms are an absolute go-to, renowned for their incredible flavor and ease of preparation. Forget fussy starters – our recipe focuses on simple ingredients that deliver maximum impact, making them perfect for entertaining or a delightful snack.
What makes these creamy stuffed mushrooms truly special is the luscious, garlicky filling. We combine rich cream cheese, savory Parmesan, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs with a touch of breadcrumbs to create a decadent mixture that bakes up beautifully tall and golden. Each bite offers a burst of savory goodness, perfectly complemented by the earthy flavor of the tender mushroom caps.
Using readily available ingredients like baby bella or small portobello mushrooms, this dish comes together in just about 45 minutes, with only 15 minutes of hands-on prep. This makes them an ideal choice for busy hosts who want to serve something homemade and delicious. They're not just easy; they're also incredibly reliable – a recipe that has never failed to earn rave reviews!
Tips for Perfect Stuffed Mushrooms:
- Choose wisely: Medium-sized baby bella (cremini) or small portobello mushrooms are perfect for stuffing, offering a great balance of size and flavor.
- Don't forget the stems: Finely chop the mushroom stems and sauté them with the shallots and garlic to add even more mushroom flavor to your creamy filling.
- Go fresh with herbs: While dried cilantro works, fresh cilantro (or parsley, chives) elevates the flavor profile significantly.
- Make ahead magic: One of the best features of this baked stuffed mushroom recipe is its make-ahead potential. Assemble them entirely, then bake just before serving for a hot, fresh appetizer.
These garlicky stuffed mushrooms are more than just a dish; they're a guaranteed crowd-plaser, delivering warmth, comfort, and incredible flavor in every bite. Enjoy them as a standalone appetizer or alongside other party favorites!