🫒 Mediterranean Cheese & Herb Stuffed Mushrooms
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🍽 Serves: 4–6 (great as appetizer or side)
Ingredients
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500 g button mushrooms (cleaned, stems removed)
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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup cream cheese (or ricotta for lighter version)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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¼ cup finely chopped spinach or parsley
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2 tbsp chopped green onions
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1 tbsp fresh oregano or thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: red chili flakes or chopped olives
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Finely chop mushroom stems.
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Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté garlic and chopped stems for 3–4 minutes until soft.
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Remove from heat and mix with cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Stuff mushroom caps generously with the mixture.
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Arrange in baking dish and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden.
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Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes for extra browning.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with lemon wedges
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Perfect with Mediterranean dips or salads
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Great for parties, Iftar, or brunch tables
Mediterranean Tips
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Add feta cheese for a tangy twist
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Use sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth
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Make it low-carb & vegetarian-friendly
