Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
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16–20 cremini or white mushrooms
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter, melted
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3–4 cloves garlic, minced (don’t be shy)
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½ cup breadcrumbs (panko = crunchier)
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
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2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, but makes them lush)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Heat oven to 375°F / 190°C.
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Clean mushrooms, remove stems, and finely chop the stems.
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Sauté chopped stems in olive oil over medium heat (4–5 min) until moisture cooks off. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
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In a bowl, mix:
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sautéed stems
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butter
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breadcrumbs
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Parmesan
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cream cheese (if using)
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parsley, salt, pepper
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Stuff mushroom caps generously and place on a baking sheet.
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Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden and tender.
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Optional broil 1–2 minutes for a crisp top.
