In propitiation, may I offer Italian Marinated Mushrooms (not too original, I'm still fighting off the cobbies to locate Grandma's secret kitchen diary): Paprika Parsley sprigs Bread sticks (optional) Cut mushrooms into 0 cm slices. Mix mushroom slices and lemon juice in large bowl (glass or plastic). Stir in oil, onions, quarter cup parsley, the garlic, slat, and pepper. Toss; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Just before serving, remove from mixing bowl to serving bowl, using slotted spoon. Sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with parsley sprigs. Serve with long, thin bread sticks if desired.