Gourmet Stuffed Mushroom Towers
Elevate your lunch or snack game with these Gourmet Stuffed Mushroom Towers! This delightful recipe showcases large field mushrooms filled with a rich blend of blue cheese, crispy bacon, and toasted sunflower seeds, all topped with fresh parsley for an explosion of flavor. Perfectly baked to achieve a tender mushroom exterior and creamy cheese interior, these stacks are not only visually stunning but also packed with savory goodness. Ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying as a hearty meal, these mushroom towers will impress any palate.
4
Servings
90
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Field Mushrooms
6 large (Wiped and cleaned)
Blue Cheese
50 g (Sliced into 6 pieces)
Sunflower Seeds
1 tablespoon (Toasted)
Flat Leaf Parsley
2 sprigs (Separated into 6 pieces)
Shoulder Bacon
2 slices (Cut into small pieces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
2
Gently wipe the field mushrooms with a damp cloth and place them gill-side up in a lightly oiled shallow baking dish.
3
Cut the shoulder bacon into small pieces that are approximately the same size as the mushrooms.
4
Slice the blue cheese into six equal pieces and separate the parsley into six individual sprigs.
5
In each mushroom cap, stack the ingredients in the following order: a piece of bacon, a slice of blue cheese, a sprinkle of sunflower seeds, and a piece of parsley.
6
Once all mushroom caps are filled, transfer the dish to the preheated oven.
7
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese has melted into a delicious topping.
8
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
2.5g
Carbs
5g
Protein
0.75g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Gourmet Stuffed Mushroom Towers?
Gourmet Stuffed Mushroom Towers are large field mushrooms filled with a savory blend of blue cheese, crispy bacon, and toasted sunflower seeds, topped with fresh parsley.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 200°C (392°F).
How long do the mushrooms need to bake?
The mushrooms should bake for approximately 25 minutes until they are tender and the cheese has melted.
How many calories are in a serving of Gourmet Stuffed Mushroom Towers?
Each serving contains approximately 90 calories.
What type of mushrooms are recommended for this recipe?
Large field mushrooms are recommended for this recipe to create the 'tower' effect.
How much blue cheese is required?
You will need 50 grams of blue cheese, sliced into six equal pieces.
Should the sunflower seeds be raw or toasted?
The recipe calls for one tablespoon of toasted sunflower seeds.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 5 grams of protein.
What kind of bacon should be used?
The recipe specifies using 2 slices of shoulder bacon.
How do I clean the mushrooms?
Gently wipe the field mushrooms with a damp cloth rather than washing them with water.
In what order should the ingredients be stacked?
In each mushroom cap, stack a piece of bacon first, followed by a slice of blue cheese, a sprinkle of sunflower seeds, and finally a piece of parsley.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy recipe' and involves simple stacking and baking steps.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 6 grams of fat per serving.
What type of parsley is best for this dish?
Flat leaf parsley is used for both flavor and garnish.
How many carbohydrates are in these mushroom towers?
Each serving contains 2.5 grams of carbohydrates.
Should the mushrooms be placed gill-side up or down?
The mushrooms should be placed gill-side up in the baking dish to hold the fillings.
How much fiber is provided in this recipe?
Each serving contains 0.75 grams of fiber.
Is the baking dish supposed to be oiled?
Yes, the mushrooms should be placed in a lightly oiled shallow baking dish.
Does the recipe contain any added sugar?
The recipe data indicates that the sugar content is null or negligible.
How many individual mushrooms are used in total?
The recipe uses 6 large field mushrooms.
What is the prep work for the bacon?
The bacon should be cut into small pieces approximately the same size as the mushrooms.
Can this be eaten as a snack or a meal?
It is versatile enough to be served as a lunch, a snack, or even a gourmet appetizer.
What are some of the flavor profile tags for this dish?
The dish is described as savory and features the distinct flavor of blue cheese.
Is there information on sodium or cholesterol levels?
The provided data does not list specific values for sodium or cholesterol.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 5 core ingredients: field mushrooms, blue cheese, sunflower seeds, flat leaf parsley, and shoulder bacon.
Should the parsley be chopped?
The recipe suggests separating the parsley into 6 individual sprigs or pieces rather than fine chopping.
What is the recipe ID for reference?
The internal recipe ID is gourmet-stuffed-mushroom-towers.
Is this recipe considered vegetarian?
While it is tagged with 'vegetarian' in the metadata, it contains bacon. To make it truly vegetarian, you would need to omit the bacon.
What should I do after taking the mushrooms out of the oven?
Let the mushrooms cool slightly before serving to ensure the cheese sets and to avoid burns.