Ingredients:
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 tsp salt
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Dash pepper
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1/2 cup olive or salad oil
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3 firm medium-size tomatoes
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1/2 tsp basil, crushed
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1/2 lb. (8 oz.) Monterey Clean N ReadyŽ Sliced Mushrooms
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1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Preparation:
Stir garlic, salt
and pepper into oil in medium-size bowl. Set aside.
Slice tomatoes. Season lightly with salt if desired. Arrange in
overlapping rings on large platter. Sprinkle with basil.
Add mushrooms to seasoned oil. Toss quickly just to coat. Remove.
Arrange around tomatoes. Drizzle remaining oil over tomatoes. Sprinkle
salad with vinegar. Cover. Chill 1 to 2 hours before serving. If
desired, garnish with parsley.
Note: When available, crushed fresh basil will add a very special aroma
and taste to this salad.
6 to 8 servings
