Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 large Portobello mushrooms (8 oz each)
- 1 cup chopped spinach (5 oz)
- 1/2 onion, chopped (4 oz)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (1 tsp)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (1 oz)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (1/2 oz)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (1/2 oz)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, garlic, Parmesan cheese, panko, basil, parsley, mushroom stems, salt, and pepper.
- Fill mushrooms with spinach mixture and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and stuffing is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately with sliced avocado.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 mushroom):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 9g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and herbaceous
- Juicy and tender
- Visually appealing
User Comments:
- "This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. Perfect for a special occasion."
- "The spinach stuffing is incredibly delicious, and the mushrooms are cooked to perfection."
- "I love how the avocado adds a creamy richness that balances out the earthy flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To prevent mushrooms from becoming soggy, use a slotted spoon to remove excess moisture from spinach before stuffing.
- For a crispier topping, broil mushrooms for the last few minutes of baking.
- Serve mushrooms immediately to maintain their crispiness.
