Ingredients with Measurements:
- 16 large button mushrooms
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Toothpicks
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems.
3. Cut each slice of bacon in half.
4. Wrap each mushroom with a half slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper over the mushrooms.
7. Bake the mushrooms for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the mushrooms are tender.
8. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of mushroom you like.
- If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use any other type of hard cheese.
- You can use dried parsley instead of fresh parsley.
Variations:
- You can add minced garlic to the mushrooms before wrapping them with bacon.
- You can use prosciutto instead of bacon.
- You can stuff the mushrooms with cream cheese or blue cheese before wrapping them with bacon.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use toothpicks to secure the bacon to the mushrooms.
- Don't overcook the mushrooms, or they will become mushy.
- You can broil the mushrooms for 1-2 minutes at the end of the cooking time to make the bacon extra crispy.
Storage instructions:
You can store the leftover bacon-wrapped mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the bacon-wrapped mushrooms, place them on a baking sheet and bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
You can serve the bacon-wrapped mushrooms on a platter with toothpicks or on individual plates.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the bacon-wrapped mushrooms with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.
Pairings:
Bacon-wrapped mushrooms pair well with a variety of dishes, including steak, chicken, and seafood.
Suggested side dishes:
You can serve bacon-wrapped mushrooms with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bacon is not crispy enough, you can broil the mushrooms for 1-2 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
- If the mushrooms are too watery, you can remove the excess moisture by patting them dry with a paper towel before wrapping them with bacon.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon-wrapped mushrooms to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure that they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Bacon-wrapped mushrooms are a popular appetizer that originated in the United States.
Flavor profiles:
Bacon-wrapped mushrooms are savory, salty, and slightly smoky.
Serving suggestions:
You can serve bacon-wrapped mushrooms as an appetizer or as a side dish.
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