This is my favourite starter for a dinner party and can be made in advance and kept in fridge. All my friends love this one too.

8	oz	Dark-gilled mushrooms wiped and sliced
6		Rashers streaky bacon chopped small
2		Cloves garlic very finely chopped
4	tbsp	Olive oil
8	fl. oz	Red wine
2	tbsp	Fresh chopped parsley
6		Lettuce leaves
		Salt and pepper to taste

• Heat olive oil in large frying pan. Add the chopped bacon and fry until cooked. Then add sliced mushrooms and garlic. Cook for a few minutes stirring during this time.
• Now add red wine and heat until it bubbles. Cook for a few more minutes to allow liquid to reduce a little.
• Turn the heat down to low and cook for a further 4 minutes. Season to taste.
• Remove from the heat and place in serving dish and chill in refrigerator. Serve on bed of lettuce leaves with parsley sprinkled on top.