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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushroom

Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Bliss

Enjoy Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, a delightful vegetarian appetizer filled with creamy cheese and fresh spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 mushrooms
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mushroom Caps
  • 4 large Portobello Mushrooms can substitute cremini or white button mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked
For the Creamy Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 6 ounces Fresh Spinach or substitute with frozen spinach, drained
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese can replace with cottage cheese or cream cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese sharp cheddar or fontina can be used
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese consider nutritional yeast as vegan substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes omit for mild flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently clean the Portobello mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems and gills.
  3. Bake the mushroom caps for 10-12 minutes until they soften.
  4. Melt butter in a skillet, add fresh spinach, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
  5. Chop the cooked spinach, and combine with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Stuff the creamy spinach mixture into each baked mushroom cap.
  7. Return the stuffed mushrooms to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 14gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light side salad or crusty bread for an elegant touch.

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