9:58 AM 3/3/98
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CHILLI MUSHROOMS

500g white or brown button mushrooms
3 - 4 dried chillies
1 Tbs fresh thyme leaves
DRESSING
1 1/2 cups white vinegar
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (or salad oil)

Brush the mushrooms clean and place in a large jar with the chillies
and thyme.  Combine the vinegar, bay leaf, sugar and salt into a
saucepan and slowly bring to the boil.  Remove from the heat and
allow to cool.  Whisk in the oil.  Pour over the mushrooms to cover.
Stand for at least 8 hours.  Serve with drinks or as a starter with
crusty bread and salad greens.
