Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms are a delectable appetizer that combines the rich flavors of savory stuffing, tender mushrooms, and melted cheese. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together or a special celebration. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can recreate this classic restaurant dish in the comfort of your own home.
This recipe includes two variations of the classic Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms: a traditional version made with Italian sausage and a vegetarian option featuring a combination of vegetables. Both versions are equally delicious and offer a unique taste experience. The traditional stuffed mushrooms are bursting with flavor from the savory sausage, while the vegetarian version provides a lighter, yet equally satisfying, alternative.
In addition to the two main recipes, this article also includes a step-by-step guide to making homemade seasoned breadcrumbs, a key ingredient in the stuffing. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create perfectly crispy and flavorful breadcrumbs that will elevate your stuffed mushrooms to the next level.
So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms. Whether you prefer the traditional sausage-stuffed or the vegetarian option, or you're looking to make your own seasoned breadcrumbs, this recipe article has everything you need to create a memorable culinary experience.
OLIVE GARDEN STUFFED MUSHROOMS
Everyone enjoys a great stuffed mushroom, and these are awesome. It's like having Olive Garden mushrooms at home! This copycat recipe for Olive Garden stuffed mushrooms is crowd-pleasing. This recipe is a winner in my family, and it will be in yours.
Provided by Stephanie Manley
Categories Appetizer
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Wash the mushrooms, remove the stems, and pat dry. Save the stems for another recipe. Drain the clams and reserve the liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, mix together clams, green onion, minced garlic, garlic salt, 1 tablespoon soft butter, and oregano. Add egg, breadcrumbs, and clam juice and mix everything together. Stir the cheeses into the clam stuffing until well blended.
- Place the clam mixture in each mushroom cavity and make it into a small mound. You should be able to stuff between 8 and 12 mushrooms depending on the size of the mushrooms. Place the mushrooms in a lightly-oiled baking dish. Pour 1/4 cup melted butter over the mushrooms.
- Cover and place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for about 35 - 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the mushrooms with freshly grated mozzarella cheese. Pop them back in the oven until the cheese is just slightly melted.
- Garnish with freshly diced parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 602 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
COPYCAT OLIVE GARDEN STUFFED MUSHROOMS
Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms are one of their most popular appetizers and surprisingly easy to make at home! These delightful bites are stuffed with shrimp & scallops, cheese and breadcrumbs.
Provided by FoodHussy
Categories Appetizer
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. (No preheating required if using air fryer.)
- Lightly oil a round baking dish or pie plate.
- Stem mushrooms - if you push on the sides of the stems - they should pop out completely.
- Combine shrimp, scallops, beaten eggs, minced garlic, garlic salt, bread crumbs, oregano, basil, Parmesan and Romano in a bowl and mix well.
- Place approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons of the stuffing mixture inside mushroom cavity and slightly mound (You should be able to stuff between 8- 12 mushrooms depending on the size of mushrooms).
- Place the stuffed mushrooms in slightly oiled baking dish and spoon melted butter over the top of the mushrooms.
- Bake at 350 for 35 minutes
- Remove from oven and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake for an additional 3 minutes for cheese to melt.
- Follow directions above until oven
- Place mushrooms in oven safe dish - if you have a small air fryer - you can use a small metal pan (like a mini-cheesecake pan or small baking dish)
- Depending on the size of your air fryer - you might need to air fry in two batches
- Air fry at 350 for 10 minutes.
- Open air fryer and top with mozzarella.
- Air fry at 350 for 2 minutes for cheese to melt.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 mushrooms, Calories 332 kcal, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Protein 27.2 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Cholesterol 205 mg, Sodium 561 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 2.4 g
STUFFED MUSHROOMS
For an elegant appetizer, try Giada De Laurentiis' Stuffed Mushrooms from Everyday Italian on Food Network. Breadcrumbs and cheese make these caps extra rich.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 28 mushrooms
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Stir the bread crumbs, Pecorino Romano, garlic, parsley, mint, salt and pepper, to taste, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium bowl to blend.
- Drizzle a heavy large baking sheet with about 1 tablespoon olive oil, to coat. Spoon the filling into the mushroom cavities and arrange on the baking sheet, cavity side up. Drizzle remaining oil over the filling in each mushroom. Bake until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is heated through and golden on top, about 25 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calorie, Fat 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 3 milligrams, Sodium 131 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 1 grams
OLIVE GARDEN STUFFED MUSHROOMS (COPYCAT)
Categories Apple
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly oil a small baking dish. Gently wash and stem mushrooms; pat dry (Save stems for another recipe). Combine clams, onions, garlic salt, minced garlic, butter and oregano in a bowl and mix well. Add Italian bread crumbs, egg, clam juice, mixing well. Add Parmesan, Romano, and Mozzarella cheeses to the clam stuffing and mix well. Place approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons of the clam stuffing mixture inside mushroom cavity and slightly mound (You should be able to stuff between 8- 12 mushrooms depending on the size of mushrooms). Place the stuffed mushrooms in slightly oiled baking dish and pour 1/4 cup melted butter over the top of the mushrooms. Cover and place in oven for about 35- 40 minutes. Remove cover; sprinkle the 1/4 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese on top and pop back in oven just so the cheese melts slightly. Garnish with freshly diced parsley. Serve hot.
GARDEN STUFFED MUSHROOMS
Carrot and green pepper add color and crunch to these tasty stuffed mushrooms. Great appetizer for any occasion. From Land-O-Lakes Cookbook.
Provided by daisygrl64
Categories Vegetable
Time 37m
Yield 16 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- heat oven to 350*F.
- in small bowl stir together all ingredients except mushrooms.
- stuff each mushroom cap with 1 tablespoon filling.
- place in buttered 13x9 baking pan.
- bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
- sprinkle with cheese if desired and bring back to oven until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 22.6, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 0.6
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of Italian sausage and ground beef.
- Add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the stuffing for a pop of color and flavor.
- If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, use 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and 1 teaspoon of dried basil.
- To make the mushrooms ahead of time, stuff them and then freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once they are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag.
- When you're ready to cook the mushrooms, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Conclusion:
These stuffed mushrooms are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be made ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a tasty and impressive appetizer, give these stuffed mushrooms a try. You won't be disappointed!
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