How to Make Stuffed Morel Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

Morel mushrooms are a prized delicacy in the culinary world, known for their earthy, nutty flavor and distinctive appearance. These mushrooms are highly sought after by chefs and food enthusiasts, and for good reason – their rich and complex taste makes them a standout ingredient in many dishes. One particularly delicious way to enjoy morel mushrooms is by stuffing them with a flavorful filling, creating a mouthwatering appetizer or side dish that is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 8 fresh morels - trimmed, washed, and dried
  • butter-flavored cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion, including green part
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (6 ounce) can lump crabmeat
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Chop mushroom stems finely. Cut mushroom caps in half lengthwise; place cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushroom stems, red bell pepper, and green onion; cook and stir until green onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; allow to cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix cream cheese, crabmeat, egg, celery leaves, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and sea salt together in a large bowl. Fold in cooled onion mixture. Place a dollop of filling in each mushroom cap with a small spoon.
  • Mix bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together in a small bowl. Sprinkle on top of filled mushroom caps.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 356mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 69mg