Sauteed Mushroom Medley

Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add a quarter of the mushrooms in a single layer to the dry skillet. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, turning once or twice, until deep golden brown. Transfer to a bowl. Repeat with remaining mushrooms in three batches.

Return all mushrooms to skillet. Add asparagus, shallots, olive oil, butter, and sage. Cook and stir 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Remove skillet from heat. Carefully add bourbon and 1/2 tsp. salt. Return to heat. Bring to a simmer. Cook about 1 minute, until almost all the liquid has evaporated, stirring often. Remove and discard sage.

Season to taste with black pepper. Transfer to a serving dish. Top with additional sage. Makes 4 to 6 servings.