Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms Easy Appetizer

They’re great for a crowd and can be made well ahead of time. Savory and cheesy everyone loves these stuffed mushrooms!

Best Mushrooms for Stuffing

Serve stuffed mushrooms as a hearty main course or a snack!

White mushrooms or cremini mushrooms are uniformly smaller and hold about two to three teaspoons of filling – perfect for a party appetizer!
Stuffed portobello mushrooms are large, meaty, and delicious. Enough to become an entrée or side dish all their own!

How To Clean Mushrooms

The best way to clean mushrooms is to ensure they don’t soak. They are porous and will absorb water easily which will make the final product a bit soggy.

It’s best if you don’t try to wash them in water, simply brush off any dirt with a vegetable brush or a damp paper towel. If you do wash them with water, just give them a quick rinse and then dry them with a paper towel.

To scoop out the center, bend the stem to snap it out and use a small spoon, a melon baller or a tomato corer to create a well in the center.

How To Make Stuffed Mushrooms

Once the mushrooms are cleaned and the stems removed it is time to get started on the filling.

Sautee the diced stems, onion, sausage and garlic in a pan (per recipe below).
Combine the cream cheese, the mixed cheeses (reserve some for topping), and the sausage mixture in a bowl.
Fill mushroom caps, sprinkle with cheese and bake until melted and cooked through.

Delicious Additions

There are so many ways to change up these delicious stuffed mushrooms. Try adding any of these yummy mix-ins below!

Veggies: roasted red bell peppers, sundried tomatoes, diced jalapenos
Meat/Seafood: crab, clams, bacon, ham, shrimp
Starches: cooked quinoa, cooked couscous, garlic roasted mashed potatoes

And ALL kinds of cheeses can be used!

Make-Ahead

Make and fill these mushrooms up to 48 hours in advance. Cover in plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Bake as directed.

Stuffed mushrooms can be frozen before cooking. They may produce a little bit more liquid and the texture may change slightly but they’ll still be great.

Can You Freeze Stuffed Mushrooms?

To freeze, prepare as if baking them but freeze in a single layer instead. Once frozen, put in a zippered bag with the date on it. They will keep about 3 months.

To reheat, simply thaw at room temperature and bake according to the recipe instructions.

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