ALL-PURPOSE MUSHROOMS

December 24, 2008 at 8:45PM

ALL-PURPOSE MUSHROOMS

Makes about 4 servings.

Note: This dish stores and reheats well. It should last for about a week in the refrigerator if kept in a tightly covered container. Reheat in the microwave, or over very low heat on the stovetop. The optional butter goes a long way for flavor.

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • About 1 tsp. unsalted butter, optional • 1 c. very finely minced onion

• 4 heaping, packed cups mixed mushrooms (domestic and wild) sliced or minced, a generous lb.

• 1/2 tsp. salt (possibly more)

• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme

• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Place a large, deep skillet over medium heat. After about a minute, add the olive oil, and swirl to coat the pan. If you like, you can also melt in some butter.

Add the onion and sauté for about 8 minutes, or until soft.

Stir in the mushrooms, salt, and thyme, and turn up the heat to medium-high. Sauté until the mushrooms are cooked through and their juices evaporate. This should only take a few minutes if the pan is hot and large enough.

Toss in the lemon juice, and add black pepper (and possibly more salt) to taste.

Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition information per serving:

CaloriesXXFatXX gSodiumXXX mg

CarbohydratesXXX gSaturated fatXX gCalciumXX mg

ProteinXX gCholesterolXX mgDietary fiberXX g

Diabetic exchanges per serving: xx milk, xx vegetable, xx fruit, xx bread/starch, xx other carb, xx lean meat, xx medium-fat meat, xx high-fat meat, xx fat.

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