2Bleu'S Mushroom And Swiss On Crostini Toast Appetizers

• 1 loaf crusty Italian bread, sliced thin and toasted (you can use a crusty French bread or a 6 oz bag of New Yorker Bagel Chips works nice also)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 shallots, peeled and chopped fine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red bell peppers, diced small
• 4 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced small and thin (assorted)
• 1 tablespoon herbs (suggested Buddha's Herb Mix for Mushrooms)
• 8 ounces swiss cheese, shredded (use the best quality)

1. Place parchment paper onto a cookie sheet (or two). Lay out the toasted bread evenly onto the cookie sheet(s). Set aside.
2. In a large skillet cook garlic and shallots in hot oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add red peppers, saute 1-2 minutes.
3. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in assorted herbs.
4. Place a small amount of the mushroom mixture on top of each bread slice. (about 1 tsp each). Sprinkle some chives over the mushrooms. Sprinkle the shredded swiss over top of the chives.
5. Broil on low setting 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.

crusty italian bread, garlic, shallots, olive oil, red bell peppers, fresh mushrooms, herbs, swiss cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/2bleus-mushroom-and-swiss-on-crostini-toast-appetizers-273114 (may not work)