Gourmet Appetizer Recipes and First Courses   Gourmet Appetizer Recipes       Members' edition:  Appetizer Recipes 2 (Click here to become a paid subscriber) Try one of the more popular gourmet appetizer recipes: Mushroom and Cream Cheese Appetizer 10 oz (300 g) fresh mushrooms A little olive oil 5 fresh bay leaves (if available) 3-4 large cloves garlic 6 oz (200 g) cream cheese Fresh herbs, finely chopped, e.g. parsley, basil, coriander, oregano Salt and pepper to taste Wash, clean and slice the fresh mushrooms. Finely shred the fresh bay leaves and finely mince the garlic. In a heavy skillet, pour a little olive oil (ca. 1-2 Tbsp) and sauté the mushrooms, garlic and shredded bay leaves until most of  the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms are a light golden brown. Remove and set aside. Stir the cream cheese and freshly chopped herbs and mix with the mushrooms. Serve with toast rounds or plain crackers. More gourmet appetizer recipes here: www.online-cooking-recipes.com