COUSCOUS-STUFFED MUSHROOMS

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"Because so many people are watching their weight nowadays, I came up with these light bites that everyone enjoys," writes Lee Bremson of Kansas City, Missouri.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

18 medium fresh mushrooms
3 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
FILLING:
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup uncooked couscous
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1 egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Remove mushroom stems; discard or save for another use. Set caps aside. In a large nonstick skillet, saute onions and garlic in oil for 1 minute. Stir in wine or broth and soy sauce; add mushroom caps. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon, reserving liquid in skillet. Place mushrooms stem side down on paper towels. , In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from he heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork; add to reserved mushroom liquid. Cover and cook on low until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Add the next five ingredients and toss gently. , Sprinkle inside of mushroom caps with salt and pepper. Stuff with couscous mixture. Place in an 11x7-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until stuffing is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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