Description
Stuffed mushrooms are a popular appetizer or side dish made with mushrooms filled with a variety of ingredients. Here's our favorite variation, and the best way to use leftover pasta sauce!
Ingredients
- 6-8 mushrooms
- 1 cup bolognese sauce
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400F/200C.
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Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel or a soft brush. Remove the stems from the mushrooms. - 3
Take each mushroom cap and stuff it generously with the Bolognese sauce, pressing it down gently to pack it in. If desired, sprinkle a little shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each stuffed mushroom for a cheesy finish.
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Bake the bolognese mushrooms in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until golden.
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Serve your stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer or side dish. They're best enjoyed warm!
Tips- Opt for large and firm mushroom caps, such as white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms. These varieties hold up well to stuffing and baking.
- Use a damp paper towel or a soft brush to gently clean the mushroom caps. Avoid soaking them in water, as mushrooms are porous and can become waterlogged, affecting their texture.
- Carefully twist or wiggle the stems to remove them from the mushroom caps without damaging the caps.
- Prepare a rich and savory Bolognese sauce with ground meat (such as beef or a mixture of beef and pork), onions, garlic, tomatoes, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil. Season it well with salt and pepper.
- Fill each mushroom cap generously with the Bolognese mixture, but avoid overfilling to the point where it's spilling over the sides. This ensures that the mushrooms cook evenly.
- If you enjoy cheese, consider topping each stuffed mushroom with grated Parmesan, mozzarella, or a blend of Italian cheeses for extra flavor and a golden, cheesy finish.
- Garnish the stuffed mushrooms with fresh basil, parsley, or additional grated Parmesan cheese before serving. They are best enjoyed while hot.
- Feel free to customize the Bolognese filling with your favorite ingredients, such as red pepper flakes for heat or chopped fresh herbs for added freshness.
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