Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Delicious crab-stuffed mushrooms that bring warmth and joy to any family gathering. A perfect blend of flavors and textures, these little bites are a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
For the Stuffing
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Brings a creamy texture that perfectly balances the flavors.
- 8 oz fresh crab meat Try to use fresh crab for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds sharpness and helps create a golden top.
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (like parsley and chives, chopped) Brightens the flavor; don’t skip!
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds depth of flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential seasonings that elevate the dish.
For the Mushrooms
- 12 large mushrooms Choose firm, fresh mushrooms for ideal stuffing capacity.
- 2 tbsp olive oil For drizzling; adds flavor and helps mushrooms brown.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mushroom Prep: Clean mushrooms gently with a damp cloth and remove stems.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Fill each mushroom cap with the crab mixture.
Cooking
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place stuffed mushrooms on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over mushrooms.
- Bake Away: Bake for about 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden brown.
Serving
- Let cool for a minute before serving warm.
Notes
For an extra crunchy top, sprinkle more Parmesan before baking. For flavor elevation, consider adding hot sauce or lemon juice to the filling. Fresh herbs make everything taste better!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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