Name: Cajun-Style Stuffed Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 14
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 12 large mushrooms, stems removed; 200g sausage (andouille or pork); 100g cream cheese, softened; 50g shredded cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional); 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

These Cajun-style stuffed mushrooms are a bold, flavorful appetizer, bursting with a savory blend of spices, creamy cheese, and seasoned sausage. Baked to perfection, each bite offers a satisfying combination of textures and tastes. Perfect for parties or a flavorful side dish, they bring a touch of New Orleans to your table.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

For extra flavor, use andouille sausage or smoked sausage.
Don’t overcook the mushrooms to maintain a tender texture.
Add a bit of breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping if desired.
Make ahead: prepare the filling, then stuff and bake just before serving.

Yield: 14 stuffed mushrooms

Cajun-Style Stuffed Mushrooms

Cajun-style stuffed mushrooms filled with creamy cheese, sausage, and a kick of spice—perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

12 large mushrooms, stems removed
200g sausage (andouille or pork)
100g cream cheese, softened
50g shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional)
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and cook the sausage until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
Add garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 2 minutes.
In a bowl, mix the cooked sausage with cream cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, and breadcrumbs.
Stuff the mushroom caps with the mixture, pressing gently to pack them in.
Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Serve warm, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning. These can also be made ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 349Total Fat 31gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 14gCholesterol 68mgSodium 944mgCarbohydrates 7gFiber 1gSugar 3gProtein 12g

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