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Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

Delicious and savory crab-stuffed mushrooms make for a perfect appetizer or party dish, combining the rich flavors of crab and cheese with tender mushroom caps.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 24 medium button mushrooms stems removed
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs plain or seasoned
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces crab meat cooked and shredded
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for sprinkling

Method
 

Prepare the Mushroom Caps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and carefully remove the stems. Set the caps aside.
Make the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the crab meat, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the Mushrooms
  1. Using a spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the crab filling.
  2. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Mushrooms
  1. Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed mushrooms and sprinkle with paprika for color.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  2. Enjoy your crab-stuffed mushrooms warm as a delicious appetizer!

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with additional spices or ingredients such as diced bell peppers or onions for added flavor.

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