Bruschetta-Stuffed Mushrooms

 Credit for this appetizer goes to the ADA's Diabetes Food Hub

Bruschetta is a colorful and delicious appetizer for any gathering. For a lower carb option, try this simple bruschetta stuffed in mushrooms instead of serving it on the traditional baguette.

Ingredients:

• 1 pint grape tomatoes - quartered

• 2 tsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic - minced

• 2 tsp dried basil

• 1/3 cup 2% mozzarella cheese

• 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese

• 14 oz (about 14 mushrooms) large "stuffer" mushrooms

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 

In a skillet, heat olive oil and add garlic. Saute garlic for about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and continue to saute for about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil and both cheeses.

Remove stems from mushrooms and fill with tomato mixture. Bake in oven for 15 minutes.

Let cool slightly, then drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve warm.

Blessed be... and happy cooking!