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Warm Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms with Spinach

Plump, juicy cremini mushrooms stuffed with a luxurious, savory filling of cream cheese, aged parmesan, roasted garlic, and tender wilted baby spinach, finished with a golden buttery panko crunch. The ultimate holiday party appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings (4 mushrooms each)
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

Mushroom Preparation
  • 24 large cremini (baby bella) mushrooms, wiped clean, stems removed and finely minced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided (for brushing caps and sautéing)
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Spinach Filling
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach, finely chopped
  • 8 oz brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning blend
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Golden Crispy Topping
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp extra finely grated parmesan cheese

Method
 

Prep Mushroom Caps & Sauté Aromatics
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wipe mushroom caps clean with a damp paper towel. Gently snap off stems and finely dice them. Brush the outside of the hollowed caps with 1 tablespoon olive oil and arrange cavity-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced mushroom stems and minced garlic, sautéing for 4 to 5 minutes until fragrant and moisture evaporates. Add chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mix Filling & Stuff Caps
  1. In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, sea salt, black pepper, and the cooled sautéed garlic-spinach-stem mixture until completely smooth and creamy.
  2. Spoon generous mounds of the filling into each mushroom cap, smoothing the tops slightly with the back of a spoon.
Crispy Topping & Bake
  1. In a small bowl, toss together panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons parmesan. Sprinkle a generous pinch over each stuffed mushroom cap.
  2. Bake at 400°F for 18 to 22 minutes until mushroom caps are tender and juicy, the filling is piping hot and bubbling, and the panko topping is deeply golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 2.5gVitamin A: 1350IUCalcium: 145mgIron: 1.2mg

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