Earthy mushrooms are marinated in a fusion of fresh sage, honey, and olive oil.

Yield: 8 cups

2 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4cup honey
1/4 cup (loosely packed) fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 (16-ounce) packages small fresh button mushrooms (cremini or bella), washed (add a little vinegar to rinsing water)

Garnish: fresh sage

Preparation

Whisk together first 8 ingredients in a large bowl; add mushrooms. Let stand at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve at room temperature with a slotted spoon.

Garnish with fresh sage leaves if desired.