Stuffed Mushrooms

Flavorful bacon teamed with cream cheese and mushrooms is always a surefire party hit!

1 (16-ounce) package whole fresh mushrooms

4 ounces bacon

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Paprika

Wash mushrooms and remove stems; drain on paper towels. Cook bacon in a frying pan until crispy; drain on paper towels. Cool and crumble cooked bacon. In a small bowl, combine bacon with cream cheese and chives. Fill mushroom caps with cream cheese mixture. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet; sprinkle with paprika. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes 15 to 20 appetizers.

The writer owns Catering by Debbi Covington and is the author of three cookbooks, Celebrate Beaufort, Celebrate Everything! and Dining Under the Carolina Moon. For more great recipes and to view her cooking demonstrations, visit and subscribe to Debbi’s YouTube channel. Debbi’s website address is www.cateringbydebbicovington.com. She may be reached at 843-525-0350 or by email at dbc@cateringbydebbicovington.com.