Cheesy Basil-Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

Italian Stuffed Portabellas Recipe

Overview

Name: Italian Stuffed Portabellas
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: These incredible mushrooms are deliciously simple yet elegant enough to serve. They can be enjoyed on their own or served over pasta with tomato sauce.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: < 60 Mins

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 348.8
Fat: 24.2g
Saturated Fat: 9.7g
Cholesterol: 48.5mg
Sodium: 510.2mg
Carbohydrates: 17.9g
Fiber: 2.8g
Sugar: 5.2g
Protein: 17.1g

Ingredients

4 portabella mushrooms
3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
3 tbsp dried basil
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt, to taste

Instructions

Step	Instruction
1.	Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Lightly oil a baking dish.
3.	Wipe or brush any soil off the mushrooms. Remove the stems and discard or save for making mushroom broth or veggie stock. Rinse caps and pat dry with a towel.
4.	In a skillet, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Saute the diced onions for about 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
5.	Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Saute for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
6.	In a mixing bowl, combine chopped fresh basil, dried basil, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and salt to taste. Mix well.
7.	Stir the sauteed vegetables into the cheese mixture until evenly combined.
8.	Brush the portabella mushroom caps with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place them gill side up in the prepared baking dish.
9.	Divide the cheese and vegetable mixture evenly among the mushroom caps, spreading it over each cap.
10.	Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the mushrooms release their juices and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11.	Serve the Italian stuffed portabellas hot, optionally over pasta with tomato sauce or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!

Tips and Serving Suggestions

These stuffed portabella mushrooms pair well with a side salad or crusty bread.
For a vegetarian main course, serve them over spaghetti tossed with marinara sauce.
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving for extra flavor.

Conclusion

Enjoy the simplicity and elegance of these Italian stuffed portabella mushrooms, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner option. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, they are sure to impress with their savory filling and hearty mushroom base.