Marinated Mushrooms

 I love marinated mushrooms and they are a snap to make! I always have these around for the holidays, I make them while herbs are still growing in my garden and make a large batch, they keep in the fridge for a month! Everyone loves these!

Ingredients:
Makes 1 quart

• 1/3 cup of red wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 – 1/2 lbs of white button mushrooms, dirt brushed off
• 5 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tsp of salt
• 1 shallot, minced
• 3 Tbs of red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 tsp of fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tsp of fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 tsp of fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 tsp of sugar
• 2/3 cup of water
• 2 tsp of fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp of red pepper flakes for heat – optional

Directions:

In a large saucepan, add all ingredients, stir and bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 6 minutes. Ladle into a clean quart jar, place the lid on tightly and refrigerate overnight before serving.