Best 8 Cheese And Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors presented by cheese and pesto stuffed mushrooms, an extraordinary appetizer or side dish that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable morsels are crafted with a medley of ingredients, including succulent mushrooms, creamy cheese, vibrant pesto, and a hint of garlic. The tender mushrooms serve as edible cups, filled with a savory mixture of cheeses, herbs, and a touch of zesty lemon. Baked to perfection, these stuffed mushrooms exude an irresistible aroma that will entice everyone gathered around the table. Discover the culinary journey that awaits as we delve into the art of preparing this delightful dish, featuring three enticing variations: a classic cheese and pesto filling, a sun-dried tomato and spinach twist, and a tantalizing bacon and cheddar combination. Embark on this flavorful adventure and let your taste buds experience the magic of cheese and pesto stuffed mushrooms.

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STUFFED MUSHROOMS III



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Mushroom caps stuffed with a mixture of Italian cheeses and pesto.

Provided by Lisa B

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Mushrooms     Stuffed Mushroom Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 large fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups ricotta cheese
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tablespoons pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Wash mushrooms, remove stems, hollow out and brush inside and out with olive oil.
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine cheese and pesto, reserving 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for later. Stuff the cheese-pesto mixture into the mushroom caps. Arrange the caps on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle the mushrooms with the reserved Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and brownish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 38.1 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 539.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

TRIPLE CHEESE AND PESTO STUFFED MUSHROOMS



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I love to make these! Especially for parties and potlucks, but then I usually make this recipe times at least 3, they disappear FAST! Photo by *Asha*

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 large fresh stuffing button mushrooms
1 Tbl. olive oil, more if needed
2 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella, or white italian blend
4 Tbl. prepared basil pesto, jarred or homemade

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375•. Wash mushrooms, remove stems, hollow out and brush inside and out with olive oil. In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine cheeses and pesto,*reserving 1/4 cup parmesan cheese for later. Stuff the cheese-pesto mixture into the mushroom caps. Arrange the caps on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle the mushrooms with the reserved parmesan cheese. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and brownish. *If you can't find the larger button mushrooms for stuffing, you can use regular ones and just make more.

PESTO-STUFFED GRILLED PORTOBELLOS



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Pesto-stuffed grilled portobellos make for the perfect summer outdoor meal. It stands alone as vegetarian fare if you serve it with fresh fruit (such as watermelon chunks and blueberries); I love it with cedar-plank grilled salmon as well. You will think you've died and gone to heaven.

Provided by Larry Short

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Mushrooms     Stuffed Mushroom Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 portobello mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 splash Chardonnay wine, or as desired
3 tablespoons pesto
2 tablespoons pine nuts
½ cup shredded Italian 3-cheese blend

Steps:

  • Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop stems.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chopped mushroom stems, shallot, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Pour wine into the skillet; cook and stir mixture using a wooden spoon until liquid is evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Cool mixture to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush the olive oil mixture over the top each mushroom and place, top-side up, on a grilling pan. Mix pesto and pine nuts with the mushroom stem mixture together in a bowl; spoon into each mushroom. Sprinkle Italian cheese blend over the filling.
  • Grill mushrooms on the preheated grill until edges are blackened and stuffing is bubbling, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 296.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CREAM CHEESE-STUFFED MUSHROOMS



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You'll love the freshness from the parsley and thyme in these little cream cheese-stuffed mushrooms. Our family loves them! -Rachel Reed, Gainesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 large fresh mushrooms
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Remove stems from mushrooms and set caps aside (discard stems or save for another use)., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, herbs, Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg and pepper. Spoon into mushroom caps. Place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese., Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. If desired, sprinkle with additional parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20 mg cholesterol, Sodium 123 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2 g carbohydrate, Fiber trace fiber, Protein 4 g protein.

CHEESE AND PESTO-STUFFED MUSHROOMS



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I love to make these! Especially for parties and potlucks, but then I usually make this recipe times at least 3, they disappear FAST!

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     High In...

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 large fresh stuffing button mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil, more if needed
2 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tablespoons jarred basil pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375•.
  • Wash mushrooms, remove stems, hollow out and brush inside and out with olive oil.
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine cheeses and pesto,*reserving 1/4 cup parmesan cheese for later.
  • Stuff the cheese-pesto mixture into the mushroom caps.
  • Arrange the caps on a cookie sheet.
  • Sprinkle the mushrooms with the reserved parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and brownish.
  • *Oryou can make lots of small ones if desired.

CRUNCHY PESTO & MOZZARELLA BAKED MUSHROOMS



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Italian green basil sauce makes a good base for this stuffed, vegetarian dish with creamy mascarpone and light rocket salad

Provided by Lucy Netherton

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for greasing
1 onion , chopped
4 large Portobello mushrooms , stalks finely chopped
100g light mascarpone
zest and juice ½ lemon
4 tbsp basil pesto
125g ball light mozzarella , chopped
25g dried breadcrumb
large handful rocket leaves
100g cherry tomato , halved
garlic bread , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat half the oil in a small pan and cook the onion and chopped mushroom stalks for 5-8 mins until soft. Tip into a bowl, allow to cool slightly, then add the mascarpone, lemon zest, pesto, mozzarella and seasoning.
  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Grease a small roasting tin and add the whole mushrooms, upside-down, in a single layer. Divide the stuffing between the mushrooms, spreading out to fill the middle of each one. Top each with crumbs and a grind of black pepper, then bake for 25-30 mins until the mushrooms are tender and the topping is crisp.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing. Whisk the remaining oil with the lemon juice and some seasoning. Dress the rocket leaves and tomatoes just before serving with the stuffed mushrooms and garlic bread, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560 calories, Fat 38 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

GOAT-CHEESE STUFFED MUSHROOMS



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These stuffed mushrooms make great bite-size appetizers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

Olive oil, for baking sheet
3 slices white sandwich bread
1 small garlic clove, coarsely chopped
1 log (5 ounces) soft goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt
2 packages (10 ounces each) white button mushrooms, stems removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a food processor, pulse bread and garlic until fine crumbs form; set 1/2 cup aside. To food processor, add goat cheese, parsley, and red-pepper flakes. Season with salt, and pulse filling until combined.
  • Spoon filling into each mushroom, and roll filled side in reserved breadcrumbs. Place on prepared baking sheet; bake until mushrooms are tender and lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 5 g

FETA-STUFFED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



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My husband adores mushrooms, and portobello mushrooms have loads of room for stuffing with feta cheese and pesto. Plan on one mushroom per person. -Amy Martell, Canton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Remove and discard stems from mushrooms; with a spoon, scrape and remove gills. In a small bowl, combine oil and garlic; brush over mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt. In a small bowl, combine cheese and pesto., Place mushrooms on a piece of greased heavy-duty foil (about 12-in. square). Grill mushrooms, stem side up, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 8-10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Spoon cheese mixture over mushrooms; grill, covered, 2-3 minutes or until filling is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right mushrooms. Button mushrooms are the most popular type of mushroom used for stuffing, but you can also use cremini or portobello mushrooms. Look for mushrooms that are firm and have a smooth, dry cap.
  • Clean the mushrooms thoroughly. Use a damp paper towel to wipe away any dirt or debris from the mushrooms.
  • Remove the stems. Use a sharp knife to remove the stems from the mushrooms. You can discard the stems or save them for another recipe.
  • Stuff the mushrooms. There are many different ways to stuff mushrooms. You can use a variety of fillings, such as cheese, pesto, meat, seafood, and vegetables.
  • Bake the mushrooms. Stuffed mushrooms are typically baked in the oven until they are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Stuffed mushrooms are a delicious and versatile appetizer or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there is a stuffed mushroom recipe for everyone. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dish for a special occasion, stuffed mushrooms are sure to please. So next time you are looking for a new recipe, give stuffed mushrooms a try!

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