Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms Flavorful and Fun

Ingredients

• 12 large portobello or button mushrooms, stems removed
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• to taste salt and pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, then remove from heat.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
5. Fold the cooked spinach and garlic mixture into the cheese mixture until well incorporated.
6. Spoon the cheesy spinach mixture generously into each mushroom cap, packing it slightly.
7. Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of each.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.