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Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe Cream Cheese Crab Meat

Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms are a popular appetizer that can be served at any gathering. This recipe combines cream cheese and crab meat, making it a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that everyone will love. This recipe yields about 24 stuffed mushrooms, enough to serve a small party or gathering.

Ingredients:

  • 24 mushrooms, stems removed and chopped
  • 8 oz of crab meat
  • 8 oz of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup of bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients For Stuffed Mushrooms

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Wash and dry your mushrooms, then remove the stems and chop them finely. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped mushroom stems until they are tender, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, crab meat, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Add the sautéed mushroom stems to the mixture and mix well.
  5. Stuff each mushroom cap with some of the mixture, using a spoon or your fingers to press it firmly into the cap.
  6. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown.
  8. Let the mushrooms cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Cooking Stuffed Mushrooms

Tips:

  • If you want to make this recipe in advance, you can stuff the mushrooms and refrigerate them until you're ready to bake them. Just make sure to take them out of the fridge and let them come to room temperature before baking.
  • If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley instead.
  • You can also substitute the crab meat for another seafood, like shrimp or lobster.
  • You can sprinkle some additional Parmesan cheese on top of the mushrooms before baking if you like your mushrooms extra cheesy.
  • These stuffed mushrooms are delicious served hot or cold.

Conclusion:

This stuffed mushrooms recipe is perfect for any occasion – parties, family gatherings, or just a simple snack. The combination of cream cheese and crab meat makes these stuffed mushrooms rich and flavorful, and the crispy bread crumbs give them the perfect crunch. They are easy to prepare and can be made in advance, making them a stress-free appetizer option. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, this recipe is sure to impress. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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