Recipe: Roasted Mushroom Medley

Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend. I had packed one that included a lovely sushi lunch and movie (Life of Pi) with Mario, a Top Chef catch-up session (sooo not happy with last week's results), Restaurant Week planning (one of my favorite weeks of the year!), and homework. Yes, actual homework. As of last week, I have assumed the dual role of instructor and student. I'm taking two online classes through my school (geography & politics). As much as it's a bummer to have to do both lesson planning and homework during the weekends, I am excited to be back in the classroom in a student capacity. I'm a big nerd/awesome like that. :-)

I came across today's Meatless Monday dish, Roasted Mushroom Medley (my first food post of the year - what took me so long?!), on Pinterest last summer. After filing it away in my to-make file, I forgot all about it until I saw the recipe make its way around again a few weeks ago. I decided it was finally the perfect weather for a hearty roasted veggie dish. While it's intended to be served as a side dish, I found that the mix actually makes a really delicious sandwich filling (similar to a sloppy joe, but with mushrooms instead of meat). This is a must try for all mushroom lovers!

Roasted Mushroom Medley

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs mixed fresh mushrooms (I used button, shitake, and oyster)

1/2 cup olive oil

2 chopped garlic cloves

1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary

1 tsp chopped fresh sage

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp balsamic vinegar (I used the amazing Garlic Balsamic from Herbally Yours)

Salt & pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth and trim stems.

2. Slice the mushrooms into 1-2 inch pieces.

3. In an ovenproof casserole dish, mix the olive oil with the garlic, herbs, and salt & pepper. Add the mushrooms and mix well - make sure all of the mushrooms are coated with the oil.

4. Bake for about 30-40 minutes, or until cooked through.

5. Remove from heat and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.