3/4 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. Heinz wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/4 tsp. ground thyme
6 peppercorns
1 split clove garlic
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 lbs. sm. fresh mushrooms

In a saucepan, combine everything except for the mushrooms and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add mushrooms and simmer, uncovered for another 3 minutes. Pour everything into a bowl. Cover. Chill several hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. Drain and serve as an appetizer or on a relish plate.