Ingredients

  • 24 large fresh mushrooms
  • 1/4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 12 ounces sweet Italian sausage (4 links), removed from casing
  • 1 1/2 cups leeks (green parts), cleaned and finely diced
  • 1 cup cornbread stuffing mix
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth, heated to a simmer
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Wipe mushrooms clean with paper towels.
  • Remove stems and dice.
  • Hollow out the caps if necessary.
  • Brush each cap with olive oil.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat add 2 tablespoons olive oil and mushroom stems, cook for 1 minute and then add sausage; breaking up any clumps.
  • Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add the leeks and saute for another 3 minutes or until sausage is completely browned and leeks are tender.
  • Remove from pan and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine stuffing mix and hot broth.
  • Let sit for 2 minutes or until slightly softened.
  • Stir in browned sausage mixture, sage, garlic, and 2 tablespoons Parmesan into stuffing.
  • Fill each mushroom with stuffing mixture and arrange caps on prepared baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle mushrooms with remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden.
  • Serve immediately.