Minnesota Mushrooms Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ Prep Time: 10 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Description:
These delightful Minnesota Mushrooms, a specialty at the Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria, Minnesota, are a perfect blend of flavors. Featuring wild rice as the star ingredient, they are sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Ideal for winter gatherings, Christmas dinners, or even as a comforting weeknight treat straight from the oven.
Recipe Category:
Vegetable
Keywords:
Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 16.9
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
Ingredients:
- 16-24 button mushrooms
- 1 1/2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/3 cup wild rice
- 3/4 cup mozzarella-provolone cheese blend
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | For the wild rice, place it in a colander and rinse under cold running water. |
| 2 | Place the rice in a small saucepan and cover with 1 cup of water. |
| 3 | Bring to boiling and reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for about 50 minutes or until the wild rice is very tender. Add more water if needed during cooking. Drain off any excess liquid and measure out 1 cup of wild rice. |
| 4 | Rinse and drain the fresh mushrooms. Remove and discard the stems, reserving the mushroom caps. |
| 5 | For the stuffing, in a medium mixing bowl, stir together the stuffing mix and boiling water. Stir in the cooked wild rice and cheese until well combined. |
| 6 | Pile the stuffing into the mushroom caps, ensuring they are evenly filled. |
| 7 | Arrange the stuffed mushrooms in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan, making sure they are not overcrowded. |
| 8 | Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). |
| 9 | Bake the mushrooms, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. |
| 10 | Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these flavorful Minnesota Mushrooms as a delightful appetizer or side dish! |
Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a comforting dish, these Minnesota Mushrooms are sure to be a hit. With their savory stuffing and hearty wild rice, they bring the flavors of the Minnesota countryside right to your table. Try them out for your next holiday feast or weeknight dinner and savor the deliciousness!
