Description
Stuffing Stuffed Mushrooms are a delightful appetizer or side dish combining large button mushrooms filled with a savory stuffing made from smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, fresh herbs, and aromatic vegetables. Baked to perfection, these mushrooms offer a flavorful and satisfying bite with a creamy, crunchy, and juicy texture profile, perfect for family dinners, parties, or casual indulgence.
Ingredients
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For the Mushrooms and Stuffing
- 12 large button mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded or crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth, then carefully remove the stems, leaving the caps intact. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems to use in the stuffing mixture.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Bacon: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chopped onion, garlic, and the chopped mushroom stems. Cook until softened, then add diced smoked turkey bacon and sauté until slightly crispy and fragrant.
- Mix the Stuffing: Transfer the cooked mixture to a bowl and stir in bread crumbs, plant-based cheese, fresh parsley, thyme, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly so every bite is flavor-packed.
- Stuff the Mushroom Caps: Using a spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the stuffing mixture. Press lightly to ensure the filling stays in place but keep it fluffy on top for a nice texture contrast.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the stuffing is golden and bubbling.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan when sautéing to allow ingredients to cook evenly and develop flavor.
- Use fresh herbs to brighten the taste and add aroma.
- Choose firm mushrooms to hold their shape and texture better during baking.
- Let the mushrooms cool slightly for easier handling when stuffing and to avoid breaking the caps.
- Toast bread crumbs lightly before mixing into the stuffing for added crunch and depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: stuffed mushrooms, appetizer, side dish, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, savory herbs
