Mushrooms Florentine

Ingredients:
* 4 Portabella mushrooms (3-4" in diameter)
* 1 pkg. frozen creamed spinach
* 4 oz. grated sharp (yellow) cheddar cheese
* Olive oil
* Old Bay seasoning
* Pimentos or roasted peppers for garnish.

Preparation:
Remove stems from mushrooms, brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning. Broil 6-8 inches from heat source, cap side up for about 8-10 min. or until browned. Turn over, fill each with 1⁄4 thawed spinach. Sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with several strips of pimento or pepper. Broil until cheese is melted.

Serve as the main course or a complete side dish. Note: This recipe can be modified as an appetizer. Substitute 24 white button mushrooms for Portabellas and divide ingredients equally. Reduce cooking time accordingly.

Recipe from the 2002 Kennett Square Mushroom Festival Cooking Demonstration
Chef Jane Buffum
Culinary Corner, Mon. 10-11 AM,
WCHE 1520AM - 610-692-3133