Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms with Parmesan

Ingredients

• 12 large white mushrooms, stems removed
• 8 ounces crab meat, picked over for shells
• 1 cup breadcrumbs, toasted
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems.
3. 03
   In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. 04
   Gently fold in the chopped mushroom stems and parsley into the crab mixture.
5. 05
   Stuff each mushroom cap with a generous amount of the crab mixture, pressing slightly to adhere.
6. 06
   Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. 07
   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
8. 08
   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
9. 09
   Garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.