Stuffed Mushrooms (Gilmore Girls-Inspired)
Super easy
Fairly cheap
Savory stuffed mushrooms, perfect as a starter for Emily’s upscale dinners (imagine them in Season 3 alongside Lobster Bisque). Filled with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and herbs, they’re a crowd-pleaser.
Prep
15m
Cook
25m
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Ingredients
For
6
Serving(s)
Ingredients
| 24 medium (1.5 pounds) crimini mushrooms stems removed |
| 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs |
| 1/4 cup grated Parmesan |
| 2 cloves garlic, miced |
| 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
| 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves |
| 3 Tablespoons olive oil |
| 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened |
| slat and black pepper to taste |
| 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts for crunch (optional) |
Stuffed Mushrooms (Gilmore Girls-Inspired) Directions
- Prep Mushrooms: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean mushrooms; remove stems and finely chop stems for filling.
- Make Filling: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil; sauté chopped stems and garlic 5 min. Mix with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, thyme, cream cheese, salt, and pepper (add walnuts if using).
- Stuff: Place mushroom caps on a baking sheet. Fill each with 1–2 tsp filling, pressing gently.
- Bake: Drizzle with remaining oil. Bake 20–25 min until golden and tender.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter; serve warm as a chic starter before Squab or Pot Roast.
Notes
Why Stuffed Mushrooms? Their bite-sized elegance fits Emily’s appetizers, balancing richer mains.
Tips: Use portobello for larger portions. Make filling a day ahead for ease.
Serving Suggestion: Pair with a light white wine for a Gilmore-approved start.
Nutrition facts
Serving size 5 or 6 vegetarian
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 150 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 1g |
| Sodium (mg): | 22mg |
| Carbs: | 8g |
| Sugar (g): | 2g |
| Fat: | 11g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 4g |
| Cholesterol: | 15mg |
| Proteins: | 5g |
