Ingredients

  • 1 ounce dried mushroom, rinsed
  • 4 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped finely
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 lbs small white button mushrooms, halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup dry sherry or 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Soak dried mushrooms in water for about 30 minute
  • Drain thoroughly, reserving liquid.
  • Chop roughly.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil.
  • Add onion, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minute.
  • Then add garlic, stirring constantly. Heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add fresh mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper. Saute until juices are released, about 10 minutes.
  • Saute mushrooms at a higher temperature until juices evaporate and mushrooms brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add dried mushrooms, thyme, sherry and tomato paste. Continue cooking until pan is dry, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in reserved mushroom liquid. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the vinegar.
  • Enjoy!