Crab Cake Stuffed Mushrooms

Name: Crab Cake Stuffed Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 18 medium fresh mushrooms; 1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 garlic clove, minced; Minced fresh parsley, optional

These tender mushrooms with their crispy golden topping are always popular at parties! The crab filling is a delicious special occasion treat. Serve them while they're warm. —Nancy Aiello, Bloomery, West Virginia

Ingredients

18 medium fresh mushrooms
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

Remove stems from mushrooms (discard stems or save for another use); set caps aside.
In a small bowl, combine the crab, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cheese and garlic. Stuff into mushroom caps. Place on a greased baking sheet.
Bake at 400° until mushrooms are tender, 20-25 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.