BACON-WRAPPED SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

12 slices bacon, halved lengthwise
8 oz. shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced into ¼-inch thick slices
3 scallions, quartered lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces
Freshly ground black pepper

Preheat oven to 425°F.  Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the mushrooms and green onions, topped with pepper, in the bacon slices. Place rolled-up bacon slices a few inches apart on the baking sheet. Roast the bundles for 18 minutes, or until bacon is browned and crisp.  Drain the bundles on paper towels, remove toothpicks if used and serve. SAUTÉED MUSHROOMS

1 Tbs. butter or margarine
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ lbs. fresh mushrooms, sliced
¼ c. soy sauce
Garlic powder (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Melt butter over medium heat in a large pan. Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms, stir to coat, and cook for about 5 minutes. Drizzle soy sauce into the mush...