Mushrooms Stuffed With California Walnuts Smoked Bacon And Goat Cheese Recipe

Ingredients 

48 mushrooms (1 1/2-inches in diameter), stems removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces smoked bacon, chopped
3 shallots, finely minced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
8 ounces goat cheese
1 cup chopped California walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Directions

Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil.
In large bowl, toss mushrooms with oil to coat. Arrange in single layer, rounded side up and bake in 375°F (190°C) oven about 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.
In large skillet, cook bacon over medium to high heat for 7 to 8 minutes, or until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
In same skillet, add shallots, reduce heat to medium and cook for 3 minutes or until soft. Add garlic and cook another minute. Transfer to large bowl and cool to room temperature. Add goat cheese and walnuts. Mix well. Stir in parsley.
Place heaping teaspoon of filling in each mushroom.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes or until heated through