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Bacon and Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms

Bacon and cheddar in a mushroom cap — you already know this is going to be a hit. These are hearty, salty, and just a little smoky in the best way. Kids and adults both go for them, which is rare for an appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 24 large white mushrooms stems removed and reserved
  • 8 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Finely chop mushroom stems and sauté in olive oil with garlic for 3 minutes until tender.
  3. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, cooked stems, green onions, paprika, and pepper.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap with the bacon-cheddar mixture.
  5. Bake for 20-22 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with extra green onions and serve.