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Teriyaki Portobello Mushroom Sandwich

Growing up in Hawaii I was exposed to teriyaki flavored everything. From teriyaki chicken and beef teriyaki to teriyaki tuna and pineapple teriyaki pork kabobs. Teriyaki sauce is also a popular flavoring for vegetable dishes, which is why the notion of a Portobello Mushroom Sandwich coated with sweet teriyaki sauce is not completely foreign to me. However, I underestimated how incredible the combination of teriyaki sauce, portobello mushrooms and balsamic vinegar could be when I ordered this next dish at a local vegetarian restaurant last week. Portobello mushrooms are considered the steak of the mushroom world and for good reason. … Continue reading →

King of the Mushrooms

Button mushrooms are the most commonly eaten mushroom in the United States. Ninety percent of all mushrooms consumed are the plain, white button mushroom. That’s a lot of mushrooms. (They’re my favorites!) Good news for you if you like button mushrooms, too — researchers from Tufts University have decided that this is the healthiest mushroom around. White button mushrooms can do some amazing things like: Boost immune system activity. Ward off viruses (thanks to that revved up immune system action). Destroy tumors. Protect against cancer, thanks to high antioxidant content. Antioxidants kill dangerous free radicals in the body (that can … Continue reading →

Mushroom Crusted Ham and Cheese Pie

This recipe contains three of my favorite ingredients – mushrooms, ham, and cheese. I think it would be great especially if you have leftover ham after a holiday or Sunday dinner, but you can also buy small packages of diced ham in the meat department. For this recipe, you will need 10 ounces of fresh mushrooms, one small onion, butter, dry bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, herb and garlic flavored cream cheese, eggs, hot pepper sauce, cooked ham, and fresh parsley. To prep for this recipe, you will need to chop your onion into very fine … Continue reading →