EasyStuffed Mushrooms

These healthy stuffed mushrooms make a delicious appetizer or side dish for any protein entrée.

INGREDIENTS

8 cremini mushrooms, scrubbed clean, stems removed, and stems chopped 

1Tbsp chopped onion

1 garlic clove, minced

1 Tbsp chopped walnuts

Salt and black pepper to taste

½ teaspoon dried thyme

1Tbsp Italian  breadcrumbs

1 Tbsp chicken stock

3 Tbsp olive oil

1 Tbsp shredded cheddar cheese

Directions 

1 Preheat oven to 375°F.

Place all the stuffing ingredients except the cheese in a microwave bowl. Heat on high for 2 minutes.

Stir in the cheese and distribute the filling evenly in the mushroom caps.

Place in an oiled baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.

2 Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a small frying pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and mushroom stems for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Add the garlic and walnuts and sprinkle with salt. Stir well and sauté 2 more minutes. Turn off the heat and add the stock, breadcrumbs, parsley, and thyme. Mix well and set aside.

3 Toss the mushroom caps with olive oil. Fill each mushroom with the stuffing. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over each mushroom and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese browns a little. Allow to cool for 5 minutes or so before serving.

Serves 4-6 as an appetizer.