Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Want a dish that looks elegant that's perfect for a party or when you just want to impress someone?  This is the dish for you. Bonus . . . it's pretty easy to make.  

16 small/medium Bella mushrooms, stems removed

1 cup lump crab meat

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup Panko (plus extra for topping)

2 Tbsp mayonnaise

2 Tbsp fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 tsp black pepper

2 Tbsp melted butter

Prep the mushrooms. 

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees

Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth, remove stems, and lightly brush the caps with melted butter

Place on a baking sheet

In a bowl, mix the crab meat, cream cheese, Parmesan, Panko, mayonnaise, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, garlic, and black pepper until well combined

Stuff the mushrooms -- spoon the crab mixture generously into each mushroom cap  

Sprinkle extra Panko on top for a crispy finish

Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and the tops are tender and golden brown

Serve hot  

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately