Whilst stuffed mushrooms can be a tasty dish, you really need the right type of mushroom in order to successfully make it. Some types of mushrooms, such as small, button mushrooms, closed cap mushrooms or some of the more exotic types such as enokitake, a mushroom popular in Asia, are not really suitable for stuffing.
The type of mushroom that works best is one that is reasonably large and reasonably flat. The centre stalk of such a mushroom can be removed, leaving more room (the stalk can then be used in the recipe, if desired) which can then be filled. Once the mushroom has been filled, it can then be topped, and cooked, usually either by grilling or by baking in an oven.
Cheese and breadcrumbs are two popular topping types for adding on top of whatever fills the mushroom. Cheese, in particular soft, or cream, cheese, is also popular for using in the filling itself.
This is not to say that mushrooms other than flat ones cannot be stuffed, but the method is a bit different, and technically isn't really stuffing. The mushroom in question would have the, again, often cheese-based, filling added around it, and then the whole would be encased in breadcrumbs and deep fried.
The larger type of stuffed mushroom would be most likely used as a vegetable accompaniment to a main meal, whilst the smaller type would often be served as a starter, perhaps with a dip.
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