Remove stems from the mushrooms. Carefully trim the mushroom cap back to expose the spore area. Do this at an angle so that the cap can hold more mixture.
In a bowl, combine the container of whipped cream cheese, three tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and the crab meat. Fold the mixture over until thoroughly combined.
Pour 1/2 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil into each mushroom cap. Add a sprinkle of minced garlic into the oil. Add one tablespoon of crab mixture into each mushroom cap. Put the mushroom caps into a foil container.
Slice the butter into cubes and add them to the bottom of the container. Sprinkle minced garlic over butter.
Cover the container with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes. Switch the oven to broil and remove the foil during the last 5 minutes of cook time.
Makes 12 servings.
Submitted by: Jeff P. White
