Saturday, May 16, 2009

Portobello and Asparagus Salad



Here is the awesome pasta salad I made the other day. I am telling you it is sooo yummy! Its by Paula Deen so you KNOW its good. You have to try it. (Where it says GRILL , I just used a

Ingredients
4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed
1 bunch fresh asparagus, tough ends removed
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon
juice
1 pound penne pasta, cooked
Seasoning, recipe follows

Directions
Remove stems from portobello mushrooms.


Brush mushrooms, asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil. Grill mushrooms over medium heat until tender, 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning occasionally. Cut mushrooms into thin strips; place in a medium bowl.


Grill asparagus over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally. Cut asparagus into 2 inch lengths; add to mushrooms in bowl.


Grill tomatoes, cut side down, over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add to mushrooms and asparagus and toss in the pasta. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with seasoning, tossing gently to coat.

Seasoning:
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and transfer to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place up to 6 months

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