Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms
Recipe by Kristy, MPH, RDN of Chocolate Slopes | Photography by Two Spoons Studio
- Prep time 20 minutes
- Cook time 15 minutes
- Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green pepper, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 4 ounces Neufchatel cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup 2% sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 16 white mushrooms (2 inch diameter), stems removed
These Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms are the perfect bite-sized appetizer—rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. A savory blend of sautéed veggies, Neufchatel, and sharp cheddar fills tender mushroom caps for a simple yet satisfying dish that’s ready in just over 30 minutes.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat.
- Add onion and green pepper and cook until vegetables are tender (about 5-10 minutes). Remove vegetables from heat and cool slightly.
- In a bowl combine cooked vegetables, sour cream, Neufchatel cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper and 1/4 cup of the sharp Cheddar cheese.
- Stuff each mushroom with cheese filling and sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup of sharp Cheddar cheese over top of each mushroom. Cook for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
