Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: A Gourmet Appetizer
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a delectable appetizer that brings a touch of elegance to any meal. Filled with succulent crab meat, cream cheese, and savory seasonings, these mushrooms are perfect for parties, holidays, or a special dinner. Their rich flavor and creamy texture make them a favorite among seafood lovers and mushroom enthusiasts alike.
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon
- Knife
- Oven
Ingredients:
- 24 large white mushrooms
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Set the mushroom caps aside and finely chop the stems.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, chopped mushroom stems, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Mushrooms:
- Spoon the crab mixture into each mushroom cap, mounding it slightly.
- Bake the Mushrooms:
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter over the tops of the mushrooms.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove the mushrooms from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice to the filling.
- If you prefer a crispier top, broil the mushrooms for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a gourmet appetizer that’s sure to impress your guests. With their rich, creamy filling and savory flavors, these mushrooms are a perfect way to start any meal. Easy to prepare and always a hit, they’re a must-try for any seafood lover.
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a delectable appetizer that brings a touch of elegance to any meal.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon
- Knife
- Oven
Ingredients
- 24 large white mushrooms
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz crab meat picked over for shells
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Set the mushroom caps aside and finely chop the stems.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, chopped mushroom stems, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Mushrooms:
- Spoon the crab mixture into each mushroom cap, mounding it slightly.
- Bake the Mushrooms:
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter over the tops of the mushrooms.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice to the filling.
