WHITE TRUFFLE BBQ Stuffed Mushrooms with Herbed Cream Cheese

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

• 3oz Double Barrel BBQ White Truffle BBQ Sauce

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Mushrooms:

• 20-24 large button or baby bella mushrooms (stems removed and finely chopped)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon Double Barrel Classic Dry Rub

• ½ cup panko or plain bread crumbs

• ¼ cup finely chopped mushroom stems (from the caps)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For Topping:

• Fresh Lemon Wedges

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Prepare the Mushrooms:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • Gently clean the mushroom caps with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Chop the stems finely for use in the filling.

• Cook the Filling Base:

  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems, garlic, and ½ teaspoon of the Double Barrel Classic Dry Rub. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

• Make the Herbed Cream Cheese Mixture:

  • In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella or Parmesan, parsley, chives, thyme, and the sautéed mushroom mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix until smooth.

• Stuff the Mushrooms:

  • Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture into the mushroom caps until slightly mounded.

• Top with Bread Crumbs:

  • Mix the bread crumbs with melted butter and ½ teaspoon of Classic Dry Rub. Sprinkle the crumb mixture generously over the stuffed mushrooms.

• Bake:

  • Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.

  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender, and the bread crumb topping is golden brown.

• Add the BBQ Sauce:

  • Serve with a side of White Truffle BBQ Sauce for dipping!

• Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.

These stuffed mushrooms combine creamy, herby richness with the savory punch of your BBQ rub and sauce—perfect for gatherings or a special dinner!nd nutty flavor, complementing the sweet pear and smoky tofu. Enjoy your flavorful, texture-rich tacos!