Stuffed Mushrooms
This stuffed mushrooms recipe is a bite-sized Italian-inspired classic - juicy mushrooms filled with herby breadcrumbs, sharp Pecorino Romano and plenty of garlicky flavour.
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Ingredients
Method
2) Stir the breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano, garlic, parsley, mint, salt and pepper, to taste, and two tablespoons olive oil in a medium bowl to blend.
3) Drizzle a heavy large baking sheet with about one tablespoon olive oil, to coat. Spoon the filling into the mushroom cavities and arrange on the baking sheet, cavity side up. Drizzle remaining oil over the filling in each mushroom. Bake until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is heated through and golden on top, about 25 minutes. Serve.
A little starter with big personality!
Looking for a simple side or starter that’s full of rustic charm? This stuffed mushrooms recipe is a proper home-cooked hero. Plump mushrooms filled with a golden savoury mixture of Italian-style dried breadcrumbs, grated Pecorino Romano, garlic, parsley and mint, for a seriously scrumptious snack!
This is one of these stuffed mushrooms dishes where the ‘shroom is clearly the star, but what’s the best funghi to favour? Large white mushrooms are the go-to for this recipe, but there are plenty of alternatives. Try chestnut mushrooms for a deeper, earthier flavour, portobello mushrooms for generous individual portions, or flat mushrooms for a more rustic choice. Even smaller button mushrooms can be used to make canapé-sized bites.
But it’s the filling of this stuffed mushrooms recipe where the magic really happens. The breadcrumbs, cheese and fresh herbs are mixed, and when baked in the oven combines to form a delicious cheesy crunchy topping. Serve warm as a starter, or bring to the table alongside grilled steak, roast chicken, baked fish or a generous bowl of pasta. They’re also delicious as part of an Italian-inspired sharing spread with crusty bread, marinated olives, roasted vegetables and a crisp green salad. For a lighter lunch, serve two or three with dressed leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
For further stuffed mushrooms ideas to make this dish your own, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chilli flakes or toasted pine nuts to the breadcrumb filling. Swap Pecorino for Parmesan, or add finely chopped pancetta. However you fill them, this stuffed mushrooms recipe is a celebration of easy, rustic cooking. And if you’re after more cheesy Italian-inspired party dishes, try bruschetta with gorgonzola, balsamic figs, mint and watercress, crunchy wild mushroom arancini with mozzarella or Parmesan and poppy seed lollipops.
