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Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab

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Creamy, flavorful stuffed mushrooms filled with a savory crab mixture, perfect as an easy and impressive appetizer for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 24 large white or cremini mushrooms, stems removed and finely chopped
  • 8 oz lump crab meat, drained well
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove stems from mushrooms and set caps aside on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Finely chop the stems.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, shallot, and chopped mushroom stems. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and fragrant, avoiding browning the garlic.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, sautéed mushroom mixture, lump crab meat, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and smoked paprika if using. Season with salt and pepper. Fold gently until well mixed but still chunky.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap generously with the crab mixture using a small spoon or piping bag, avoiding overfilling.
  5. Bake mushrooms for 18-20 minutes until tender and filling is bubbly with golden spots.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Notes

If the crab mixture looks dry before baking, add a teaspoon of olive oil or extra mayonnaise to keep it creamy. Watch mushrooms closely during baking to avoid drying out the filling. For a golden top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to prevent burning. Drain crab meat thoroughly to avoid watery filling. Softening cream cheese before mixing ensures a smooth filling.

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