GARLIC-MUSHROOM APPETIZER

GARLIC-MUSHROOM APPETIZER


1 cup chopped onion
½ cup vegetable oil or olive oil
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 pounds fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 can (28-oz.) crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
Sliced French bread


In a saucepan, sauté the onion in oil or butter until transparent.

Add the mushrooms, cook for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper; cover and simmer 20-30 minutes.

Add the vinegar, parsley and garlic; mix well. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Chill several hours or overnight. To serve, spoon onto slices of French bread.


Yield: 12 to 16 servings.