portobello parmesan

portobello parmesan

An easy mid-week meal, portobello parmesan served atop a dressed salad will satisfy any hungry tummy.  The portobello mushroom can be served in many ways from a burger or as a pizza base to soup.

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Mushroom Soup

mushroom soup

My eureka moment: mushroom powder, for an instant umami boost. Mushrooms, garlic, wine and herbs blended smooth and finished with Parmesan shavings.

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mushroom pâté

Now that November is here, I start looking for easy-to-make snacks, appetizers, and finger food for the upcoming holiday season.  Everyone has their favorites and one of mine is pâté.  The thing is, it’s rich and calorie laden.  An easy solution without compromising taste is to use the mighty mushroom.  Not only are delicious, they’re…

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Quinoa Risotto

quinoa risotto

The classic Italian risotto is prepared with arborio or carnaroli rice but this recipe throws the ‘traditional’ rice out the window and replaces it with quinoa.  I know my Italian friends will read this and shudder but… 

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Sausage Stuffed Mushroom Caps

There are oodles of recipes for stuffed mushrooms but most require too much cooking for my liking.  I want a simple yet mouth-watering appetizer to whip up while I chat to my friends.  Sausage and mushrooms are perfect companions and pair them with garlic and fennel…it becomes a snack your guests will find hard to…

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