The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

With New Year's Eve approaching, another whirlwind season of winter holiday entertaining comes to an end. After all the formal sit-down feasts I love to keep things casual on NYE with a spread of fun finger foods. A varied selection of cured meats, imported cheeses, and interesting hors d'oeuvres keep guests fed while encouraging them to mingle. These elegant stuffed mushrooms, with fresh herbs and pine nuts, are always a crowd pleaser. A pinch of parmesan cheese baked on top gives them a delightful crunch.

Ingredients:

1 ¼ pounds cremini mushrooms

4 tablespoons butter, divided

Juice of...