Shitake Mushrooms with Oats

Servings: 6 - 8

Ingredients:

• 2 cups dried shiitake mushrooms
• 2 cups boiling bouillon
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 2 cups cooked oat groats or other whole grains of your choice
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Preparation:

Cover the mushrooms with the boiling bouillon and allow to soak at least 10 minutes.

Drain the soaking liquid into a pot and bring it to a boil.

Stir in the onions, celery, garlic and seasonings and simmer 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, remove the mushroom stems and cut the caps into quarters.

Add to the pot and cook 5 - 10 minutes more, or until most of the liquid is evaporated.

Stir in the whole grains and cilantro.

Values per serving:
Calories: 195, Total Fat: 2 g
Fiber: 7 g