Mexican Stuffed Mushrooms

I am a lover of all things ‘shrooms. And I am aware, that this food isn’t for everyone. I like the flavor of various mushrooms, but I also enjoy the versatility of this vegetable. They can be added to so many dishes, as well as be the main course. I personally like to prepare stuffed portabellas.

I recently dreamt up the idea of a spicy chorizo stuffed mushrooms, and just had to give it a try. I also wanted to add a bit of cream cheese and corn for texture and flavor. These mushrooms are great as an appetizer or to take to your next pot luck. You can increase the spice factor by adding diced jalapenos and sauteing with the chorizo mixture. Also, feel free to go BIG with this recipe, try it with portabella caps instead!

Some fun facts about mushrooms:

~Modern studies suggest mushrooms can be useful for antibacterial, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties . While also helping to reduce blood pressure, moderate blood sugar, reduce cholesterol, enhance the immune system, reduce stress and help in fighting many types of cancer.

~A single Portabella mushroom can contain more potassium than a banana.

~The mushroom is a very nutritious food. Differing species can be a good source of vitamin B along with essential minerals such as copper and potassium.

Mexican Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 6 ounces Mexican chorizo sausage
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup whole-kernel corn, drained
• 1/4 cup  cream cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 24  mushrooms  (stems removed)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• sliced jalapeno for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Dice chorizo and chop onion and cook in a skillet over medium heat.
3. for the last minute of cooking, add the corn and incorporate.
4. Drain grease from chorizo and pat with paper towel to remove extra grease.
5. Stir together cream cheese, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, bread crumbs and chorizo mixture.
6. Pack mixture into mushroom caps.
7. Place mushrooms on a baking sheet and sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over them.
8. Bake for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. add sliced jalapeno as garnish
10. Let cool and ENJOY!