5 Ways to Love Sauteed Mushrooms

1. Bistro-style: Saute 3 cups mushrooms as directed above. Stir in 1/3 cup dry red wine or sherry, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for chicken, and 2 teaspoons snipped fresh thyme. Simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

2. Over steak or pork chops: Grill or broil your favorite cut of steak or pork chops. Serve sauteed mushrooms or Bistro-style mushrooms on top.

3. In an omelet: Fill an omelet with sauteed mushrooms and, if desired, goat cheese or shredded Swiss and quartered grape tomatoes. For extra flavor, sprinkle with snipped fresh thyme or basil.

4. Tossed with spaghetti: Add a few garlic slivers along with the mushrooms and saute as directed. Toss with cooked spaghetti, olive oil, and grated Parmesan cheese. Even better, toss with a bit of cooked and chopped bacon.

5. Sauteed with veggies: Add chopped onion and sweet pepper along with the mushrooms and saute as directed. This trio makes a tasty quesadilla filling when added with the cheese. Or toss it into scrambled eggs.