Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms - Recipes Passed Down (2024)

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The best Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms – in my opinion. A creamy, cheesy, spinach-filled mushroom that will be the hit of any party or holiday gathering.

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Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

Y’all, I love a good stuffed mushroom. Emphasis on the word – good. I have been trying out mushroom recipes for years, trying to find a good one to bring and serve holiday meals. Every single one has fallen short of my expectations. They are usually packed with breading and dry with little to no flavor.

I think I’d be safe to say that I’ve been on the hunt for a flavorful, creamy, mushroom appetizer. After all of these years, I have finally found a delicious Spinach Stuffed Mushroom recipe.

FAQ’s

Can I Use Frozen Spinach for Spinach Mushroom Appetizers?

Yes. You can certainly use frozen spinach. The trick will be to get most of the moisture out of the thawed spinach as possible. Remember to strain the juices out of the thawed spinach and then wring the spinach in your hands or push down hard on the spinach leaves to release the most moisture from the spinach before adding to your recipe

What Type of Mushrooms is Best for Stuffing?

The best type of mushroom is actually the simple white button mushrooms that are readily available at most grocery markets. Another variety of mushrooms that would be great for stuffing is the baby Bella mushroom.

You can also use Portabella mushrooms, but they are large mushrooms, so you only use about half as the recipe calls for and increase the amount of stuffing so it fills each mushroom.

How do I Clean Mushrooms for Stuffing?

A great way to clean the outside of mushrooms is to use a wet paper towel to gently wipe the mushrooms

Pull the stems off of the mushrooms and if you’d like save them to incorporate into the stuffing mixture

Gently scrape the gills of the mushrooms by using a spoon to pull the gills away from the inside cavity

Make-Ahead and Storage:

Can I make these stuffed mushrooms ahead of time?

Yes! You can make stuffed mushrooms up to one day in advance. Prepare them, but do not bake them. Store them covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Leftover stuffed mushrooms will last 3-5 days in the refrigerator

Re-heating:

You can microwave leftover stuffed mushrooms or bake them until heated through

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Are you ready to make these Stuffed Mushrooms? Let’s make sure you have everything you’ll need…

Ingredients:

  • mushrooms – white button or baby Bella are great mushrooms for stuffing, but you can use most mushrooms you find in the grocery store that has a deep enough cavity for stuffing
  • olive oil – I like to use ordinary virgin olive oil like extra virgin olive oil is very strong, but you could use any variation
  • spinach – using fresh spinach is preferred, but you can use frozen – if you do, refer to the notes above
  • garlic salt
  • sour cream – regular sour cream is best
  • cream cheese – use regular or 1/3 less fat
  • mozzarella cheese – shredded
  • grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and ground pepper

How do you make Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms?

  1. clean mushrooms, remove stems and chop them
  2. In a skillet over medium/high heat, add olive oil
  3. add the stems and spinach and cook until the spinach leaves have turned dark green and have wilted
  4. sprinkle garlic salt into the spinach mixture and cook for about 30 more seconds
  5. remove from heat
  6. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the sour cream, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper
  7. fold the spinach mixture into the cheese mixture
  8. Spoon mixture into mushroom caps and bake in a greased baking pan

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  • Author: Melissa
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Cheesy and creamy spinach stuffed mushrooms

Ingredients

UnitsScale

  • 16 large fresh mushrooms
  • 1 Tbsp. of olive oil
  • 5 oz. of fresh spinach
  • 1/2 tsp. of garlic salt
  • 1/3 cup of sour cream
  • 3 oz. of cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. of ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
  2. Wash and dry mushrooms
  3. In a skillet, add the oil and turn burner on medium heat
  4. Remove the stems from the mushrooms, coarsely chop them and place in skillet
  5. Add the spinach and cook for about 1 minute, or until mushrooms are tender and spinach is wilted
  6. Add the garlic salt and cook for about 30 seconds longer
  7. In a medium sized bowl, mix the rest of the ingredients
  8. Add the spinach mixture to the bowl and fold in
  9. Spray an 8×10 baking dish
  10. Fill mushrooms with spinach mixture and set them bottom side down into a baking dish
  11. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms - Recipes Passed Down (2024)

FAQs

How do you get the water out of stuffed mushrooms? ›

"The most important thing to remember is whenever you make stuffed mushrooms, bake them upside down first, let all the liquid drain out, then partially bake them at a very high temperature for a few minutes.

Why did Olive Garden stop serving stuffed mushrooms? ›

However, Olive Garden did wind up removing the cheesy stuffed mushrooms from the menu altogether. One Reddit thread shared speculation that the removal was due to a menu overhaul to simplify menus during COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020.

Why are my stuffed mushrooms rubbery? ›

Whether you brush off the dirt with a damp towel or run them under cool water is up to you—the real issue is whether they've been sufficiently dried before they're prepared. Cooking damp mushrooms causes them to steam as the water evaporates. Steaming is what imparts a rubbery, chewy-in-the-bad-way texture.

Why are my stuffed mushrooms dry? ›

If the stuffing is too dry add a bit more stock (it should be very moist). Stuff the mushrooms well and save any remaining stuffing. Place the stuffed mushrooms into a large baking dish and pour in the remaining chicken stock. Sprinkle no more than a ½ cup of the remaining stuffing mixture into the stock.

Does salt draw water out of mushrooms? ›

"Adding salt before throwing mushrooms in the pan or immediately after will draw out the water from them, making them simmer in their own liquids," says Sofia Norton, RD. This can result in rubbery and tough mushrooms with little flavor.

Should you cook all the water out of mushrooms? ›

If you keep the heat low, the mushrooms will just simmer in their liquid. Medium high or high heat will get rid of all that liquid, and will give the mushrooms a nice brown color. Make sure all that water has evaporated before taking your 'shrooms off the heat."

What is the breadstick rule at Olive Garden? ›

Olive Garden does have a policy on breadsticks. Typically, a server is supposed to bring one stick per person plus one extra for the first basket. After that, the rule of thumb is one breadstick per person. Here are the sneaky menu tricks that influence your order.

Does Aldi sell stuffed mushrooms? ›

Nature's Pick Stuffed Mushrooms 220g | ALDI.

Does Olive Garden no longer have stuffed mushrooms? ›

And since these are no longer on the menu — along with other recipes such as stuffed chicken Marsala and luscious lemon cream cake — this copycat recipe for stuffed mushrooms from Olive Garden is even more enticing!!

What seasonings pair well with mushrooms? ›

What spice goes best with mushrooms?
  • The short answer is that almost any spice can work well if it harmonizes with the other ingredients used in the meal. ...
  • Parsley. ...
  • Thyme. ...
  • Rosemary. ...
  • Basil. ...
  • Tarragon. ...
  • Oregano. ...
  • Sage.
Jul 6, 2023

What enhances the flavor of mushrooms? ›

They work well with simple seasonings like salt and pepper but can take on a whole new dimension when you add ingredients like garlic, butter, and fresh herbs. Basic cooking techniques, flavorful ingredients, and a few tips and tricks can help add more flavor to mushrooms without a lot of fuss or stress.

What temperature do you bake stuffed mushrooms? ›

Fill each mushroom with the stuffing, and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over each mushroom. Bake: Bake for 10 to 20 minutes at 375°F (190°C), or until the cheese browns a little and a little water starts to pool at the base of each mushroom.

Can mushrooms be prepared ahead of time? ›

To Make Ahead: Mushrooms can be sauteed ahead of time and stored covered in the fridge for 3-4 day. Reheat in a skillet until warm. To Freeze: Freezing may change the texture of sauteed mushrooms.

Why are my mushrooms mushy? ›

Not Washing Them Properly. Not washing mushrooms the right way can make them soggy, says Schmuck. "Certain kinds of mushrooms require washing but mushrooms soak up water quickly and become soggy," he says. "Always wash your mushrooms whole, never after cutting them.

What temperature do you cook baked stuffed mushrooms? ›

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. ...
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. ...
  3. Stir in cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne. ...
  4. Bake in the preheated oven until the mushrooms are piping hot, about 20 minutes.
Sep 28, 2023

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