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Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms: A Tasty Recipe You’ll Love!

Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms are a delicious appetizer filled with Italian sausage, cheese, and spices, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large cremini or button mushrooms stems removed
  • 1 cup Italian sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place the mushroom caps on a baking sheet, hollow side up. Spoon the filling mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it slightly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3stuffed mushroomsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the Italian sausage with chopped bell peppers, onions, and olives.
  • Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a unique flavor twist.

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