1 lb. med. or lg. mushrooms
1/3 c. flour
1/4 c. dry bread crumbs
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 egg, lightly beaten

The following herbs are optional and may be added if desired: 1/4 teaspoon thyme, 1/4 teaspoon rosemary and 1/4 teaspoon oregano.

Put 1/4 cup oil in a medium skillet and heat until hot. In a shallow pan, combine the flour, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, herbs if desired and blend. Dip mushrooms into the beaten egg; toss them in flour mixture until well coated. Place mushrooms, one layer at a time, in the skillet and fry until golden brown, turning occasionally. Drain oil and serve hot. If you prefer, fry in a deep fryer.