Savory Scallop-Stuffed Mushrooms
Two of my favorite foods are scallops and mushrooms. Here I bring them together in perfect harmony, paired with smoky bacon, Parmesan cheese and fresh, savory herbs. My scallop-stuffed mushrooms are perfect as an appetizer or when served with a fresh salad can be a light summertime meal.Remember, “Always ‘Stay Legal,’ and never take more than you’ll eat.”
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh rock scallops diced
- 12 medium baby portabella mushrooms with stems and gills removed
- 4-5 strips of thick-cut bacon cooked and diced
- 1 cup crushed garlic and herb croutons
- ½ cup whole-egg mayonnaise
- 1 whole egg whisked
- ¼ cup chopped green onion
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp fresh thyme chopped
- ¼ tsp fresh oregano chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ stick butter melted
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Start by removing the stems and gills from the mushrooms. To remove the gills, use a teaspoon to carefully scrape out the gills.
- In a large bowl combine the rock scallops and all remaining ingredients except melted butter and Parmesan cheese and gently fold until well blended. Season with salt and pepper. The mixture should be slightly wet so it holds its shape when formed into a ball. Add more mayonnaise if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Stuff each mushroom cap with a generous portion of filling. Arrange on a baking pan, brush with melted butter and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered at 375 for about 15 to 20 minutes.