2002 Saucy Mushrooms

By boandozzy

One serving (1/4 cup) equals 97 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 156 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Saucy Mushrooms in Light & Tasty August/September 2001, p8

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh mushrooms, halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup water, divided
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Preparation

Step 1

In a nonstick skillet, stir-fry mushrooms in oil for 2 minutes. Combine 1/4 cup water, soy sauce and sugar; pour over mushrooms and toss to coat. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes.

Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into mushrooms. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Yield: 4 servings.