Mushrooms Monterey

Indulge in the savory perfection of Mushrooms Monterey, a delightful appetizer that's as easy to make as it is to devour. This recipe features tender white mushroom caps filled with a luscious mixture of Monterey Jack cheese, golden breadcrumbs, sautéed garlic, and herbaceous parsley, all seasoned to perfection with a dash of paprika and black pepper. Each stuffed mushroom is brushed with melted butter for a rich, golden finish and baked to tender, cheesy perfection. Ideal for entertaining or elevating a weeknight dinner, this just-right blend of creamy, crunchy, and savory will leave your guests coming back for more. Ready in just 35 minutes, Mushrooms Monterey is the ultimate go-to for deliciously bite-sized comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Large white mushrooms
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, Monterey Jack cheese, finely chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.

Step 6

Brush the mushroom caps lightly with melted butter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 7

Fill each mushroom cap generously with the stuffing mixture, pressing it in slightly.

Step 8

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	513 grams (513.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1277

Total Fat 86.90g	111%
Saturated Fat 41.20g	206%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 3742mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 97.40g	35%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 50.90g	102%

Vitamin D 15IU	76%
Calcium 928mg	71%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 881mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.9%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 28.3%