Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Wipe the mushrooms clean and carefully remove the stems. Finely chop the removed stems and set aside.
• In a medium bowl, combine the chopped mushroom stems, pesto, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
  12 large mushrooms cremini mushrooms
• Arrange the mushroom caps on the prepared baking sheet, open side up. Drizzle the insides of the mushroom caps with olive oil.
  12 large mushrooms cremini mushrooms
• Spoon the pesto mixture generously into each mushroom cap, pressing it down gently.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the topping is golden brown and slightly crispy.
• Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.