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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs: Creepy Yet Delicious Appetizer

Delight your guests with these Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs, creepy yet delicious appetizers perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 eyeballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Mushroom Caps
  • 16 large White or Cremini Mushrooms You can use portobello or shiitake for a unique flavor twist.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened; low-fat cream cheese is a viable option.
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Sausage Crumble bacon can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Decoration
  • 16 Small Olives Pitted, used as 'pupils'.
For Baking
  • Cooking Spray or Olive Oil To prevent sticking.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork or spatula
  • cooking spray or olive oil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently clean the mushrooms and remove stems, setting the caps aside for stuffing.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped stems, cream cheese, sausage, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Stuff each mushroom cap with the filling, mounding it slightly above the edges.
  5. Use cooking spray or olive oil on a baking sheet and arrange the stuffed mushrooms with space between them.
  6. Press a small olive into the center of each stuffed mushroom cap.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and filling is bubbly.
  8. Let cool briefly, then serve warm on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh mushrooms prevent sogginess. Avoid overstuffing to prevent spills, and adjust baking time for preferred tenderness. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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