Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Serves 4
4 medium portobello mushroom(s), caps,
stems removed, wiped clean
with a damp paper towel
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 sprays olive oil cooking spray
2 cup roasted red peppers, water-packed,
diced
1 tsp minced garlic, about 1 small clove
1 Tbsp basil, fresh, chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra-virgin
1/4 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 oz Parmesan cheese, Parmigiano
Reggiano suggested, thinly sliced*
Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high
heat.
Place mushrooms on a baking sheet and
rub underside of each with 1/2 teaspoon
of vinegar; lightly coat with cooking
spray.
Place mushrooms on grill, underside down
and cook, covered, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Uncover, flip mushrooms with tongs and
then cook for 4
to 5 minutes more; remove to a plate to
cool.
Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl,
combine red pepper, garlic, basil, oil,
salt and pepper.
Cut cooled mushrooms into quarters; top
each quarter with about 2 tablespoons of
red pepper and a few pieces of cheese.
Yields 4
quarters per serving.
Notes
*Use a microplane to cut paper-thin
slices of cheese.
Linda in NM
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