Description
Delicious stuffed mushrooms filled with a creamy mixture of cheeses, ham, and seasonings, perfect as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 large white or cremini mushrooms
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures it’s hot enough for even cooking as soon as you’re ready to bake the mushrooms.
- Carefully clean your mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Avoid soaking them in water, as they can absorb moisture and become soggy.
- Remove the stems from the mushrooms by gently twisting them out. Keep the caps intact and set them aside; we’ll be filling them shortly.
- Chop the mushroom stems finely and set them aside. You’ll use these in your filling, enhancing the mushroom flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add the grated sharp cheddar cheese, diced cooked ham, chopped mushroom stems, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Drizzle the olive oil on a baking sheet, then arrange the mushroom caps gill side up. This will help them cook without sticking.
- Using a spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the creamy filling mixture. Don’t be shy—piling the filling high will add to the mouthfeel!
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each filled mushroom for an extra layer of flavor and a delightful crust.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. You’ll know they are done when the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. A sprinkle of paprika on top can add a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure not to soak the mushrooms in water to prevent them from getting soggy.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding other ingredients like bacon or different herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mushrooms
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg