Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Morel Mushrooms with Corn Grits and Okra 8 morel mushrooms 5 sprigs fresh thyme 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 cup water salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 cup hot cooked corn grits 8 whole okra, blanched Preheat oven to 350F. Place morel mushrooms in ovenproof pan with 1 sprig of thyme, 1 tablespoon olive oil, water, salt and pepper. Cover and bake until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove mushrooms and pour morel juices into a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced by 1/3, 3 to 4 minutes. Slice morels in half lengthwise and fill 12 halves with hot cooked grits.. In medium pan, warm okra in a few teaspoons of water, then slice 1/4 inch thick. Place small amount of okra in center of each plate. Place 3 stuffed morels on top of okra along with 1 plain morel half. Place 1 sprig fresh thyme on each plate and spoon reduced morel juices over mushrooms. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil around plate. Serves 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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