Marinated Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, And Cauliflower Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb mushroom
2 (8 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts
1 head cauliflower
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup salad oil
1 garlic clove, halved
1 cup cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon peppercorn
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon oregano

Preparation

Saute mushrooms in a little butter about 5 minutes.
Break cauliflower into small flowerettes and steam for about 5 minutes.
Cut artichoke hearts into quarters.
Combine all ingredients in big bowl, including liquid from artichoke hearts.
Marinate at least overnight.
Keeps indefinitely in refrigerator.
Slightly cooked pieces of carrots can be added for more color.
If the liquid doesn't cover the veges, I add water, oil and vinegar in proportionate amts until vegs are covered.