Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese
Plump mushrooms stuffed with creamy blue cheese and bacon, wrapped and baked until golden—perfect as an appetizer or side dish for keto dinners. This american-inspired keto (vegetarian) ready in about 37 minutes pairs (about 10 oz / 280g) cremini mushrooms, chopped bacon, (60g), crumbled blue cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 (about 10 oz / 280g) cremini mushrooms
- 6 slices, chopped bacon
- 1/4 cup (60g), crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop stems.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup chopped mushroom stems to cheese mixture and stir until combined.
- Step 4: Spoon 1 teaspoon of filling into each mushroom cap, then wrap each cap with 1/2 slice of chopped bacon.
- Step 5: Place mushrooms on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crisp and mushrooms are tender.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped bacon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
