Stuffed Mushrooms

Preparation:
1 Prepare the mushrooms:
◦ Carefully wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt. Carefully twist the stems out of the caps and chop them finely. Be careful not to break the caps, as they will hold the filling.
◦ Set the caps aside and chop the stems into small pieces.
2 Prepare the filling:
◦ Finely chop the onion and fry it in a pan with a little butter or oil until translucent.
◦ Cut the ham or bacon into small cubes and add it to the pan with the onions. Fry briefly until the ham becomes slightly crispy.
◦ Add the finely chopped mushroom stems to the pan and cook everything together over medium heat for a few minutes until the liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated.
◦ Remove the mixture from the pan and let it cool slightly. Then add the sour cream, grated cheese, and chopped chives. Season with salt and pepper. Stir everything well until a creamy mixture forms.
3 Fill the mushrooms:
◦ Place the prepared mushroom caps in a greased baking dish or baking sheet.
◦ Generously fill the mushroom caps with the filling and press down lightly to ensure it adheres.
4 Bake:
◦ Preheat the oven to 180°C (top/bottom heat).
◦ Bake the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the top is golden brown.
5 Serving:
◦ Remove the stuffed mushrooms from the oven and serve warm. They make an excellent appetizer, part of a buffet, or as a side dish to meat dishes.