Shitake Mushroom Spread

• 2 Tablespoons canola or other vegetable oil
• 8 ounces shitake mushrooms (stems removed and caps chopped - 2 cups)
• 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (2 1/2 cups chopped)
• 2 Tablespoons choped shallots
• 3 Tablespoons dry sherry
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 ounce creamed cheese, softened
• 1/3 Cup mayonnaise

1. In a large, heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat (till it begins to smoke). Add mushrooms. Cook and stir till golden, about 5 minutes. Add shallots and cook until mushrooms are browned, about 5 minutes. Add sherry, salt, pepper and thyme and cook an additional minute. Cool.
2. Combine mushroom mixture, cream cheese, and mayonnaise in a food processor and process until almost smooth.
3. Chill at least one hour.
4. Serve on lightly baked, crisp baguette slices, crackers, or red pepper strips.crackers,

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/shitake-mushroom-spread-1231408 (may not work)