Description
Barefoot Contessa’s sausage-stuffed mushrooms deliver rich, savory flavors perfect for elegant appetizers. Guests will devour these classic bites with their hearty blend of Italian sausage, herbs, and creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 340 grams (12 oz) sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
- 16 extra-large white mushrooms, caps and stems separated
- 140 grams (5 oz) mascarpone cheese
- 5 tablespoons (75 ml) olive oil, divided
- 0.75 cup (75 grams) scallions, minced (6 scallions)
- 30 grams (1 oz) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2.5 tablespoons (40 ml) Marsala wine or medium-dry sherry
- 40 grams (1.4 oz) panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced (2 cloves)
- 8 grams fresh parsley, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Clean mushroom caps, preserving whole shape. Marinate in olive oil and Marsala wine, ensuring even coating.
- Sausage Foundation: Sizzle sausage in skillet over medium heat until achieving deep golden-brown color and crispy consistency. Integrate finely chopped mushroom stems, developing rich flavor profile.
- Aromatic Enhancement: Introduce scallions, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Sauté mixture until fragrant and ingredients harmonize completely.
- Filling Creation: Incorporate panko breadcrumbs and mascarpone cheese, creating smooth, cohesive texture. Gently fold in Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Season to perfection and allow slight cooling.
- Baking Sequence: Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F). Meticulously fill mushroom caps with prepared sausage mixture, arranging closely in baking dish to ensure uniform cooking.
- Finishing Touch: Bake for 50 minutes until topping turns golden-brown and mushrooms reach tender consistency. Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with additional parsley for vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Stem Selection: Reserve and finely chop mushroom stems to maximize ingredient usage and add depth to the filling.
- Marinating Magic: Briefly coat mushroom caps in olive oil and Marsala wine to infuse rich, complex flavors before stuffing.
- Sausage Searing: Cook sausage until golden-brown and crispy to develop a robust, caramelized taste that elevates the entire dish.
- Cheese Blending: Mix mascarpone and Parmesan carefully to create a creamy, luxurious texture that binds the stuffing together.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 356
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 66 mg