66 CHESTER COUNTY PRESS - MUSHROOM GUIDE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2021
Mushroom recipes
Everyone knows the best thing about mushrooms—they are a delicious and extremely versatile food. Here are some recipes to try if you’re looking for a great, new way to enjoy mushrooms.
Appetizers Stuffed Mushrooms Cut the stems off five large mushroom caps and par-boil. (reserve ½ cup mushroom stock) Stuffing: One ounce minced garlic, one green pepper, three ribs celery, one red pepper, one carrot, six ripe olives, one medium onion, pinch of sage, rosemary and thyme Preparation: Finely dice all ingredients, then saute in two ounces of olive oil until onions are transparent. Toss into mixture ¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs. Stuff mushroom caps and place in a one inch deep baking dish. Cover with cheese sauce and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Cheese Sauce: ½ cup mushroom stock from par-boiling two ounces roux (one ounce butter and one once flour), ½ cup milk. Salt and pepper to taste. Heat milk. Whip in roux until thick. Add cheese and blend until smooth.
