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Stuffed Mushrooms with Garlic and Herbs

These stuffed mushrooms are small, flavorful bites filled with a creamy mixture of chopped mushroom stems, cream cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs. Baked until golden and bubbling, they develop a crispy top and tender interior, making them perfect as a savory appetizer or snack. The dish highlights earthy mushroom flavors complemented by aromatic garlic and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large white or cremini mushrooms firm, plump caps
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or gluten-free alternative
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil good quality
  • 1/2 cup grated Gruyère or Parmesan cheese sharp and salty
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Cooking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove dirt. Carefully remove the stems and set them aside for later.
  3. Finely chop the mushroom stems. In a pan, heat a splash of olive oil and sauté the stems with minced garlic until fragrant and slightly browned, about 3 minutes. This releases their earthy aroma.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed stems, softened cream cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, thyme, a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a creamy, slightly chunky filling.
  5. Using a small spoon, generously stuff each mushroom cap with the filling, mounding slightly on top. This helps create a hearty, attractive presentation.
  6. Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Drizzle lightly with olive oil to help with browning.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the edges of the mushrooms are golden and bubbling cheese starts to brown slightly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. The tops should be crispy and fragrant, with a warm, cheesy aroma filling your kitchen.

Notes

For extra crispness, broil for the last 2 minutes, but watch carefully to prevent burning. These can be prepared a day ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.