Selection, Storage, Prep and Nutrition for Marvelous Mushroom Recipes

Herbed Mushroom and Gruyere Tarts

1. Look for packages of tiny puff pastry cups in the freezer case.
2. Enjoy any favorite mix of mushrooms in this recipe.
3. No fresh dill or thyme? Just substitute dried, but use one-third less. Dried herbs are three times stronger than fresh.
4. Substitute any favorite Swiss cheese instead of Gruyere if desired. You can even use goat cheese instead. Be creative!
5. Bite-sized appetizers help partygoers practice portion control!
6. Mushrooms are a good source of selenium, an antioxidant mineral needed to protect body cells from damage and help boost immunity.
7. Emerging scientific research suggests selenium may help reduce risk of prostate and colon cancer.