2462. WILD MUSHROOM SAUTE with BACON, HERBS and COUSCOUS

makes four servings


1 cup brown rice couscous, cooked according package directions
4 strips bacon, cooked and chopped into small pieces
10 ounces wild mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed into bite-size pieces
4 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
a bunch of fresh herbs (rosemary and thyme)

OPTIONAL GARNISH
shaved Parmesan or Romano Cheese
crumbles of feta
a dash of smoked paprika

In a medium sauté pan heat butter and olive oil over medium high heat, lightly brown garlic in pan. Add mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Mix in some herbs and chopped bacon. Plate with couscous, fresh herbs and cheese if desired.


bacon recipe courtesy of: Marla, Family Fresh Cooking, August 17, 2011