1 baguette loaf, cut into 18 (3/4-inch) thick slices
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, divided
3 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
2-3 roasted sweet red peppers, thinly sliced into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup olives, quartered
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheese

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta

1. Preheat broiler. Lightly brush both sides of bread with a small amount of olive oil. Broil bread under broiler until golden brown on both sides, turning once.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, in 1 tbsp. olive oil, saut� 2 cloves of minced garlic and mushrooms over medium-high heat until lightly browned and slightly softened; for about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add roasted peppers, olives and ground black pepper; remove from heat. Rub top of toasted baguette slices with remaining garlic cloves (cut in half).
4. Top bread with mushroom mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheese. These delicious appetizers feature the earthy flavor of wild mushrooms. You can also serve these as a unique accompaniment to soups or salads.
   Makes 18 appetizer servings.
   Preparation time: 30 minutes