Recipe: Fresh Mushroom Three Bean Salad

FRESH MUSHROOM THREE BEAN SALAD

10 ounces (about 3 cups) fresh white mushrooms, quartered
1 jar (about 7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained, cut in strips
1 can (about 15 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (about 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 ribs (1 cup) celery, sliced
1/2 cup coarsely shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
3/4 cup homemade or prepared Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

In a large bowl combine mushrooms, peppers, the three kinds of beans, celery and 1/4 cup of the cheese. Add dressing and parsley; toss to coat well. Stir in parsley. Serve topped with remaining cheese.

Variations:
To make this a main dish, add cooked chicken, sliced pepperoni, kielbasa or ham.
YIELD: 6 Portions