Potato Baskets Stuffed with Mushrooms

Ingredients:

1. 4 large potatoes (300 kcal)
2. 2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
3. 1 onion, finely diced
4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
5. 1 tablespoon olive oil
6. ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (200 kcal)
7. Salt and pepper to taste
8. Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Potato Baskets

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Peel and grate the potatoes. Squeeze out excess moisture.
• In a bowl, mix grated potatoes with salt and pepper.
• Press the potato mixture into muffin tin cups, creating basket-like shapes.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 2: Sauté the Mushroom Filling

• In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and mushrooms.
• Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown.
• Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Fill the Potato Baskets

• Once the potato baskets are baked, remove them from the oven.
• Spoon the mushroom filling into each basket.
• Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 4: Final Bake

• Return the filled baskets to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

• Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.
• Serve these Potato Baskets Stuffed with Mushrooms as a delightful appetizer or side dish.

Enjoy the harmonious combination of crispy potato exteriors and savory mushroom filling, making these stuffed potato baskets a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.