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The Ultimate ‘No-Soggy’ Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Close-up of baked sausage stuffed mushrooms topped with melted, browned cheese and fresh parsley garnish.
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Make impressive, crowd-pleasing sausage stuffed mushrooms that stay juicy and never watery. This recipe uses Italian sausage, cream cheese, and Parmesan for a savory, bite-sized party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 24 large white or cremini mushroom caps
  • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage (mild or hot)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (for binding, not sogginess)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. Gently wipe the mushroom caps clean with a damp cloth. Carefully remove the stems and finely chop the stems; set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off all excess grease completely. This step is key to avoiding soggy mushrooms.
  4. Transfer the cooked sausage to a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped mushroom stems, softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, Panko breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix the filling thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  6. Spoon the filling generously into each mushroom cap, mounding it slightly on top.
  7. Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle a small amount of extra Parmesan cheese over the top of each mound.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown and heated through.
  9. Let the sausage stuffed mushrooms cool for a few minutes before serving as a hot appetizer.

Notes

  • For make-ahead preparation, stuff the mushrooms completely, cover the tray tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 5 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer a lower-carb option, you can omit the Panko breadcrumbs, but the filling may be slightly looser.
  • Use fresh cremini mushrooms; they hold their shape better than white button mushrooms during baking.

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