Stuffed Mushrooms

Directions

1. 1
   Remove stems from mushrooms and chop into 1/4 inch pieces.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Heat butter in heavy skillet.
4. 4
   Add mushroom caps and saute quickly over high heat, about 30 seconds on each side untill just browned (do not let mushrooms get over cooked).
5. 5
   Transfer mushrooms to heat proof serving tray with bottom sides up.
6. 6
   Add mushroom stems to skillet and saute over high heat about 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Add basil, salt and cream.
8. 8
   Heat to boiling and cook until cream is reduced by half and slighlty thickend.
9. 9
   Stir in parmesan cheese.
10. 10
    Spoon creamy mixture into mushroom caps, dividing evenly and mounding the filling slightly (can be prepared ahead at this point)
11. 11
    Place stuffed mushrooms under preheated broiler about 6 inches from heat.
12. 12
    Broil untill heated through and lightly browned.
13. 13
    Transfer to serving platter.
14. 14
    Garnish with cherry tomatoes and parsley sprigs.