SPINACH-STUFFED MUSHROOMS

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These stuffed tidbits pack a surprising crunch, thanks to chopped pecans in the cheesy spinach filling. The appetizers are fun to serve for a special occasion. Whenever guest sample these mushrooms, they always ask for the recipe.-Debbie Hert, Columbus, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 28 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 pound fresh torn spinach
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 egg
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans, divided
56 large fresh mushrooms (about 3-1/2 pounds)
Refrigerated butter-flavored spray

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring spinach and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain; squeeze dry and finely chop. In a large bowl, beat ricotta and butter until smooth. Beat in egg. Stir in Parmesan cheese, water chestnuts, 3 tablespoons pecans and chopped spinach., Remove stems from mushrooms (discard or save for another use). Spray inside of mushroom caps with butter-flavored spray. Place caps on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Stuff with spinach mixture; sprinkle with remaining pecans. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.