Description
Delightful stuffed mushrooms filled with a savory blend of cream cheese, parmesan, garlic, onion, and crunchy pecans, perfect as an appetizer or party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mushrooms:
- 20 baby bell or cremini mushrooms
For the Filling:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup whole pecans, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Gently clean the baby bell or cremini mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth. Carefully remove the stems, setting the caps aside and chopping the stems finely for the filling.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, finely diced onion, and chopped mushroom stems along with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Cook until the onion is translucent and the mushroom stems have softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated parmesan cheese, roughly chopped pecans, finely chopped fresh parsley, and the cooked garlic, onion, and mushroom stem mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Using a small spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared cream cheese mixture, pressing it in lightly to hold the filling well.
- Bake the Mushrooms: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle additional chopped fresh parsley on top for a fresh herby flavor and attractive presentation. Serve warm.
Notes
- Be careful not to over-clean the mushrooms or soak them in water as they will absorb moisture and become soggy.
- Using softened cream cheese ensures a smooth and creamy filling that is easy to mix and spread.
- For added texture, you can toast the pecans lightly before chopping and adding to the filling.
- These stuffed mushrooms can also be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Keywords: stuffed mushrooms, appetizer, cream cheese, parmesan, pecans, garlic, party snack