Ingredients

2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic, peeled, minced

6 oz portabella mushroom caps, about 4, cleaned, stems removed

pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

12 oz mozzarella cheese , sliced

10 fresh basil leaves

2 fresh tomatoes, sliced, roasted, grilled or broiled Oregano leaves, optional

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.

In a small bowl, combine the oil and garlic.

Rub the mushroom caps on all sides with the oil mixture.

Place the caps, top side down, in a circle on an oiled baking sheet.

Season with salt and pepper.

Arrange the cheese, basil and tomato slices alternately in a circle on top of the mushrooms.

Sprinkle with oregano, if you like.

Bake until the cheese melts, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Remove from the oven and serve.