Description
Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms are a delicious appetizer filled with creamy Boursin cheese, garlic, and herbs, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- Cremini or Button Mushrooms: Smaller, firmer mushrooms work best for this recipe, as they provide the perfect vessel for the creamy filling.
- Boursin Cheese: This soft, spreadable cheese is the star of the show, adding a rich, garlic-herb flavor to the filling.
- Onion, Thyme, and Butter: These ingredients create the flavorful base for the filling, adding depth and complementing the Boursin cheese.
- Panko Breadcrumbs and Parmesan: These ingredients help to bind the filling and provide a delightful crunchy topping.
- Olive Oil: Used to drizzle over the stuffed mushrooms before baking, helping to create a golden, crispy exterior.
Instructions
1. Begin by gently cleaning the mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Carefully remove the stems, setting the caps aside, and finely chop the stems.
2. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems, onion, and thyme. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. Season with freshly cracked black pepper. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then combine it with the softened Boursin cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan in a bowl, stirring until well incorporated.
3. Spoon the Boursin cheese filling into each mushroom cap, packing it in gently to ensure it stays in place. Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the mushrooms bake to perfection.
5. Drizzle the stuffed mushrooms with a bit of olive oil, then bake them for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the mushrooms are tender.
6. Keep a close eye on the mushrooms during baking to prevent them from becoming overly soft or dried out. The key is to bake them just until the filling is hot and bubbly, and the mushrooms are tender but still hold their shape.
Notes
When selecting your mushrooms, opt for smaller, firmer varieties like cremini or button mushrooms. This will ensure they can hold the creamy Boursin filling without becoming soggy or collapsing.
If you can’t find Boursin cheese, you can substitute a similar soft, spreadable cheese like cream cheese or goat cheese. For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeño to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0