Roasted mushrooms stuffed with cheesy loaded mashed potatoes is the appetizer mashup you didnt know you needed.

Use same-size mushrooms so they cook evenly.

If you dont have leftover mashed potatoes, opt for store-bought.

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Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.

Carefully carve out any remaining mushroom stems with a spoon or paring knife to leave a clean cavity.

the ingredients to make the Loaded Mashed Potatoes Stuffed Mushrooms

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Place mushrooms, stem-sides down, on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake until they have released most of their moisture, about 20 minutes.

Pat the mushrooms dry.

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Spoon 1 tablespoon potato mixture into each mushroom; place on a parchment-lined large rimmed baking sheet.

Sprinkle the mushrooms with the remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar.

Bake until mushrooms are tender and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes.

a step in making the Loaded Mashed Potatoes Stuffed Mushrooms

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Dollop with the remaining 1/4 cup sour cream; sprinkle with the remaining bacon.

Garnish with more scallions, if desired.

To make ahead

Prepare mushrooms through Step 4.

a step in making the Loaded Mashed Potatoes Stuffed Mushrooms

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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Uncover and proceed with Step 5, adding a few additional minutes to cook time.

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a step in making the Loaded Mashed Potatoes Stuffed Mushrooms

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely