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Mushrooms Stuffed With Escargot

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This sophisticated appetizer combines earthy mushroom caps with tender escargot, nestled in a rich garlic and herb butter. The dish offers a luxurious mouthfeel with aromatic flavors of parsley, celery, and shallots. It is an ideal starter for dinner parties or special occasions, bringing a touch of French elegance to the table. The combination of textures and savory notes makes it a memorable bite. Simple yet refined, this recipe uses high-quality ingredients to create a dish that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Perfect for sharing before a main course.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 216.2
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This sophisticated appetizer combines earthy mushroom caps with tender escargot, nestled in a rich garlic and herb butter. The dish offers a luxurious mouthfeel with aromatic flavors of parsley, celery, and shallots. It is an ideal starter for dinner parties or special occasions, bringing a touch of French elegance to the table. The combination of textures and savory notes makes it a memorable bite. Simple yet refined, this recipe uses high-quality ingredients to create a dish that feels indulgent without being overly complex. Perfect for sharing before a main course.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cups Soft butter
  • 1/4 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 clove Garlic (large) , -to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (191&# 194;°C).
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of the soft butter with minced shallots, minced garlic, minced parsley, finely minced celery, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix until well blended to create the herbed butter.
  3. 3
    Remove the stems from the large mushrooms and reserve them for another use. Clean the mushroom caps if necessary.
  4. 4
    Heat the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the mushroom caps and turn to coat on all sides, heating them through.
  5. 5
    Arrange the mushroom caps in the depressions of a snail pan, in scallop shells, or in a shallow baking-serving dish.
  6. 6
    Place a scant teaspoon of the herbed butter into each mushroom cap.
  7. 7
    Add one drained canned snail (escargot) on top of the butter in each cap.
  8. 8
    Cover each snail with a little more of the herbed butter.
  9. 9
    Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until heated through and bubbling.
  10. 10
    Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 216.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.3g38%
Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 193.0mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Any leftover herbed butter may be used for baked or broiled fish.

Ensure escargot are drained well before adding to prevent excess moisture in the dish.

If using fresh snails, ensure they are properly cooked and purged before use.

Keywords: appetizer, escargot, mushrooms, stuffed, garlic butter, french cuisine, parsley, shallots, snails, baking, dinner party, seafood, herbs, elegant, starter, vegetarian option
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