Stuffed mushrooms are a classic party appetizer, and for good reason: they're easy to make, customizable, and always a crowd-pleaser. This version is filled with a mixture of spinach, feta, onion, and red bell pepper, and baked until the mushrooms are soft and the filling is hot and bubbly. Serve them warm as a delicious and easy appetizer.
Mushrooms have been used in cooking for centuries, and stuffed mushrooms are a classic dish that dates back to at least the 16th century. The earliest known recipe for stuffed mushrooms appeared in a cookbook published in Italy in 1570. The recipe called for mushrooms to be stuffed with a mixture of bread crumbs, herbs, and cheese, and then baked in the oven.
Over the centuries, stuffed mushrooms have evolved into a variety of different dishes, with different fillings and cooking methods. Today, stuffed mushrooms are a popular appetizer served at parties and gatherings. They are also a common dish on restaurant menus.
This recipe for stuffed mushrooms with spinach and feta is a modern take on the classic dish. The filling is made with a mixture of spinach, feta, onion, and red bell pepper, and the mushrooms are baked until they are soft and the filling is hot and bubbly. The result is a delicious and easy appetizer that is sure to please everyone.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
12 large mushrooms
1 cup chopped spinach
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine spinach, feta, onion, bell pepper, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Fill mushroom caps with spinach mixture.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until mushrooms are soft and filling is hot and bubbly.
Serve warm.
Why It Works
The combination of spinach, feta, onion, and red bell pepper provides a delicious and flavorful filling.
Baking the mushrooms until they are soft and the filling is hot and bubbly ensures that they are cooked through and easy to eat.
The use of olive oil and herbs adds flavor and richness to the dish.