Italian Stuffed Mushrooms
Italian Stuffed Mushrooms are a mouthwatering appetizer that combines the earthy goodness of Portobello mushrooms with a savory filling of Italian sausage, creamy cheeses, and fragrant herbs. These delightful bites are perfect for any gathering, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. With their enticing aroma and cheesy topping, they are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (1 stuffed mushroom per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Portobello mushrooms
- 1 cup Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, cooked and crumbled)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Clean the Portobello mushrooms and remove the stems, finely chopping them for the filling.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped mushroom stems with minced garlic until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, sautéed mushroom stems, parsley, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Generously stuff each mushroom cap with the mixture and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Arrange stuffed mushrooms on the baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg