Sausage stuffed mushrooms!

This is one of John’s all time favorite appetizers. We make it for almost every holiday and special occasion. You can choose to use any bulk sausage; we have just found that the flavors of the Jimmy Dean Sausage really compliment this recipe. It’s easy (and fun) to make and I’m sure the whole family will enjoy it. Happy Holidays!
~Pam Bacigalupi

Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs medium mushrooms
1/2 lb Jimmy Dean Pork Sausage
1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
parsley for garnish

Directions
1. Remove stems from mushrooms; chop stems. Set mushrooms and stems aside
2. In 10 -inch skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until well browned. With slotted spoon, remove sausage to paper towels to drain. Spoon off all but 2 tablespoons drippings from skillet.
3. In hot drippings over medium heat, cook mushroom stems until tender, about 10 mins, stirring frequently. Remove skillet from heat; stir in sausage, cheese and crumbs.
4. Preheat oven to 450 degree F. Fill mushroom caps with sausage mixture. Place stuffed mushrooms in 15 1/2 ” by 10 1/2″ pan. Bake 15 mins.