Stuffed Asiago-Basil Mushrooms (Printer view)

Creamy Asiago cheese and fresh basil stuffed mushrooms, golden-baked to perfection for elegant entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Mushrooms

01 - 24 medium cremini or white button mushrooms, stems removed and reserved

→ Filling

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Reserved mushroom stems, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2/3 cup grated Asiago cheese
06 - 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

12 - 2 tablespoons grated Asiago cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Clean the mushrooms and carefully remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushroom stems and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and moisture evaporates. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
04 - In a medium bowl, combine the sautéed mushroom stems and garlic with Asiago cheese, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped basil, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well blended.
05 - Spoon the filling generously into each mushroom cap, pressing lightly. Arrange filled mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Drizzle the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with remaining Asiago cheese.
07 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden.
08 - Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra basil if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They look like you spent an hour fussing when you really just spooned filling into caps and walked away.
  • The Asiago gets sharp and nutty as it bakes, while the cream cheese keeps everything smooth and rich.
  • You can prep them hours ahead and bake right before guests arrive, which means you actually get to enjoy your own party.
  • Even people who claim they don't like mushrooms reach for seconds once they taste the crispy, cheesy tops.
02 -
  • If your mushrooms release a lot of liquid while baking, it means they were too wet to start, always wipe them instead of rinsing.
  • Softening the cream cheese completely before mixing makes the filling smooth and easy to spoon, cold cream cheese will leave lumps.
  • Don't skip cooling the sautéed stems before adding them to the filling, or the heat will melt the cream cheese prematurely.
03 -
  • Use a small spoon or a piping bag to fill the caps neatly and quickly, especially if you're making a big batch.
  • If the tops aren't as golden as you'd like after baking, run them under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely so they don't burn.
  • Let the mushrooms rest for 5 minutes after baking, this lets the filling set and makes them easier to pick up without falling apart.
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