An interesting appetizer or garnish for beef, poultry, fish or Chinese dinners.

Makes two (2) cups

1 oz. dried Japanese forest mushrooms (shiitake)

3 Tbsp. unsalted butter

3 Tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil

1/2 tsp. sesame oil

1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced

1/4 c. sesame seeds

3 Tbsp. dark soy sauce

• Soak dried mushrooms in small bowl in enough warm water to cover for 30 minutes.

• Drain; squeeze out excess liquid.

• Remove stems and discard.

• Cut caps into 1/2 inch slices.

• Heat butter and oils in large skillet over medium-high heat.

• When very hot, add dried ad fresh mushrooms and cook 3 minutes, shaking pan constantly.

• Add sesame seeds and soy sauce and continue cooking until heated through.

• Serve hot or at room temperature.