Ingredients
- 8 sage leaves
- 2 garlic (cloves)
- 1 lemon
- 1 lb ripe tomatoes
- 1 lb cremini (fresh)
- 1/4 c olive oil
- 1 oz porcini mushrooms (dried)
- 1 1/4 ts salt
- 1 1/2 ts rosemary
Soak the porcini mushrooms in 1 1/2 c of warm water for at least 30 minutes. Drain in a sieve lined with cheesecloth, reserving the liquid for use elsewhere. Squeeze the porcini & wash in fresh water. Cut into very fine pieces. Clean fresh mushrooms with a damp cloth & dice them. Place in a mediumsized bowl. Add the porcini, tomatoes, rosemary, sage, garlic & pepper. Mix together well. Toss with the lemon juice & oil. Cover & leave for 24 hours. Just before serving, add the salt. If it seems to be too moist, then drain off the extra moisture. Use as an appetizer salad or as a topping fro grilled bread. Or omit, the lemon & use as a pasta sauce.