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Easy Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms

If you are a fan of pesto, and flavorful mushrooms and all things Italian, you will love this Easy Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms recipe!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: 5 ingredient, vegetarian
Servings: 4 -6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. baby bella or button mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup of your favorite pesto either homemade or storebought
  • (optional) Panko breadcrumbs
  • optional garnishes: shaved Parmesan and/or toasted pine nuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, or preheat a smoker.
  • Carefully remove and discard the stems of the mushrooms, then clean to remove any dirt with a damp cloth. Fill mushroom cavity with pesto (approx. 1/2 teaspoon). Top with a pinch of Panko if desired. Bake or smoke for about 15 minutes, until the mushrooms are cooked and the filling is warm.
  • Garnish with Parmesan and/or toasted pine nuts.

Notes

These would also be delicious with some crumbled cooked Italian sausage or crabmeat mixed in with the pesto.