Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large mushrooms; 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 leek, rinsed and finely chopped; 4 dry porcini mushrooms, soaked in water; 1/2 loaf Italian bread; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons pine nuts (aka, toasted pinoli); salt and pepper; roasted red pepper (to garnish) (optional)

Servings: persons

12 large mushrooms
4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, rinsed and finely chopped
4 dry porcini mushrooms, soaked in water
1/2 loaf Italian bread
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts (aka, toasted pinoli)
salt and pepper
roasted red pepper (to garnish) (optional)

1
Prepare the bread by taking the inside out of the half-loaf of Italian bread and soak it in milk.
2
For the 12 large mushrooms - with a dry cloth, wipe the mushrooms. Remove the stems and mince the stems and set aside.
3
Lay the 12 mushroom caps in a lightly oiled shallow pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dice the butter and divide it equally among the mushroom's caps.
4
The Stuffing - saute diced leek with the olive oil, for about 3 minutes.
5
Drain porcini mushrooms, chop them finely and with the minced stems add them to the leeks. Saute for another 5 minutes.
6
Squeeze out excess milk from bread you had soaking and chop it small before adding it to the leek mixture. Saute another 3 minutes.
7
Remove pan from heat and add the Parmesan cheese, Italian parsley and the pine nuts. Salt and pepper to taste.
8
Stuff the mushroom caps with the bread mixture equally. Bake at 375' for about 25 minutes.
9
Garnish with a piece of roasted red pepper or a sprinkle of saffron or paprika on each cap.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large mushrooms, 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 leek, rinsed and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms

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