Marinated Mushroom Salad

1 lb Fresh mushrooms

1 c White vinegar

2 c Water

1/2 c Sliced carrots

1/2 c Diced celery

1/2 c Green peppers strips

1/2 c Red pepper strips

1/3 c Olive oil

1 ts Oregano leaves, crushed

3/4 ts Salt

1/4 ts Garlic powder

1/4 ts Black pepper

Rinse, pat dry and slice mushrooms. In a medium saucepan combine vinegar and mushrooms; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 2 mins. Drain mushrooms; set aside to cool. In a small saucepan bring water to boil. Add carrots & celery; return to boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 3 mins. Add red, green peppers; cover and simmer for 3 mins or until tender. Drain and set aside to cool. In medium bowl mix olive oil, oregano & salt, black pepper; let stand 10 mins. Stir in mishrooms, carrots, and other vegetables. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hrs. before serving.