Portabello Mushroom Sandwiches

I love a good portabello mushroom. Some people hate them and others have acquired the taste for them. Whatever the case, try them... it's a nice healthy "burger" alternative.

Ingredients:
- 4 large whole portabello mushrooms
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 tbsps balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves of chopped garlic
- salt & pepper
- 1 jar roasted red peppers
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- fresh basil leaves
- mayo (I add pesto, garlic, chopped basil or whatever else sounds good into my mayo for a little extra flavor, but you don't have to.)
- Deli Flats or other bun-like bread

Directions:
- Lightly score the top and the bottom of the mushrooms with a knife.
- Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper-- brush both sides of the mushrooms well
- Place on foil lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, flip mushrooms and cook 15 more minutes.
- During the last 2 minutes of baking, place a piece of provolone cheese over each mushroom to melt.
Assemble Sandwich:
Deli Flat with mayo- topped with cheesy mushroom, roasted red pepper slices, and basil leaves.

Tips for a Kitchen of Reality:
- Portabello Mushrooms are sold by the pound at Harris Teeter, look for them loose, not in the plastic wrapped package. They are cheaper by the pound.
- Roasted red peppers are a new fairly new addition to the Mt. Olive line of pickles, look for them in the green jar-- these are much cheaper than the other fancy brands.
- Swiss cheese is good instead of Provolone.
- Mushrooms can be grilled on a grill in the same manner, but sometimes it takes a little longer.
- I tend to add more garlic, salt, and pepper for a stronger flavor-- but make them once and you can decide what you like best.