Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
0.25 cup

butter

2 clove

garlic

minced

6 unit

shrimp

peeled and deveined

6 unit

mushrooms

stems removed

2 tbsp

mozzarella cheese

shredded

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Heat the butter and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until the butter begins to bubble.

Step 3
~3 min

Stir in the shrimp and cook until they just turn pink, about 3 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Place one shrimp into each mushroom cap and place into a small baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~3 min

Spoon the garlic butter into the mushroom caps.

Step 6
~3 min

Sprinkle each mushroom cap with a pinch of mozzarella cheese.

Step 7
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly, 10 to 15 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the shrimp, or they will become rubbery.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Garlic)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread for dipping.
A simple green salad.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Adaptation of classic French escargot using American ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday Parties
Dinner Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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