Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

Fresh Mushrooms

Stems Removed and Reserved

3 tbsp

Butter

Unsalted

3 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Good Quality

3 unit

Morningstar Black Bean Burgers

Thawed

1 unit

Jalapeno

Finely Minced

4 slice

Fresh Bread

Made Into Crumbs

8 ounce

Monterey Jack Cheese

Shredded, Divided

Step 1
~3 min

Chop the mushroom stems.

Step 2
~3 min

Sauté the chopped mushroom stems in butter and olive oil until softened.

Step 3
~3 min

Add the Morningstar Black Bean Burgers to the pan with the stems.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook until the black bean burgers are heated through.

Step 5
~3 min

Finely mince the jalapeno.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the minced jalapeno to the pan for a minute or so to release its flavor.

Step 7
~3 min

Chop up the black bean burger mixture in the pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Prepare the breadcrumbs from fresh bread.

Step 9
~3 min

In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, sautéed mushroom stems, chopped black bean burgers, 6 ounces of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and the jalapenos.

Step 10
~3 min

Set aside the filling mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 12
~3 min

Par-cook the mushroom caps upside down in the oven for a few minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove from the oven and flip the mushroom caps right side up.

Step 14
~3 min

Fill each mushroom cap with the prepared breadcrumb mixture.

Step 15
~3 min

Place the filled mushrooms back into the oven.

Step 16
~3 min

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until browned slightly.

Step 17
~3 min

Sprinkle the remaining 2 ounces of shredded cheese over the mushrooms.

Step 18
~3 min

Return to the oven for a minute or so until the cheese melts.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a variety of mushrooms for enhanced flavor.

Don't overcook the mushrooms; they should still have some bite.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

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

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Pairs well with sour cream or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled steak
Southwestern salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in Southwestern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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