5oz frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and excess water squeezed out
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
5 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
pinch of nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
4 Portobello mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed
Place the spinach, ricotta, egg yolks, chives, garlic, parmesan cheese and seasonings in a bowl. Mix together. Brush mushrooms with melted butter. Place flat side down on a grill tray and place under the grill for 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and divide spinach mixture evenly between the mushrooms. Smooth the top and sprinkle with Mozzarella cheese. Grill for another 3 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown.
Serve on Arugula leaves as a first course or as a side dish to a main course.
Buon Appetito!