Cheese-Stuffed Mushrooms

Cheese-Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushroom caps
• 1 cup ground beef or sausage (cooked and crumbled)
• 1/2 cup onion (finely diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil (for brushing)
• Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the mushrooms:
   • Clean the mushroom caps and remove the stems. Set the caps aside.
   • Finely chop the stems and set them aside for the stuffing.
3. Cook the filling:
   • Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped mushroom stems, onion, and garlic in a bit of olive oil until softened.
   • Add the cooked ground beef or sausage, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Combine the stuffing:
   • In a bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella. Stir until creamy.
5. Stuff the mushrooms:
   • Brush the mushroom caps lightly with olive oil.
   • Spoon the stuffing mixture into each mushroom cap, mounding slightly.
6. Bake:
   • Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top of the mushrooms.
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Garnish and serve:
   • Remove the mushrooms from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
   • Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Enjoy the cheesy, savory goodness! Let me know if you’d like adjustments or additional tips for this recipe!