Marinated Mushrooms Ala Helm

Ingredients

• 1 lb small whole mushroom
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 quart water
• 1/3 cup oil
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon peppercorn
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes