Mushrooms
Quick Facts
Produce Type: Fungus
Scientific Name: Agaricus bisporus
Seasonality: Spring
Nutrients: B vitamins, biotin, glutathione, potassium, vitamin D
Flavor: Earthy & savory
Complementary Flavors: Balsamic vinegar & spinach
Quick Cooking Tip: Store raw mushrooms in a paper bag in the fridge with a paper towel wrapped around them to capture extra moisture
Cost: $$*
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Mushrooms' Many Benefits
Mushroom Recipes
Health Benefits
Cooking with Other Types of Mushrooms
White mushrooms aren’t the only fungi you can experiment with in the kitchen. Learn other types of edible mushrooms and which dishes to use them in.
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Making Mushrooms Kid-Friendly
Many young children typically avoid mushrooms due to their unique texture. We recommend finely chopping them and adding them into a sauce to pour over veggies, chicken, or steak to help introduce mushrooms in a more enjoyable way.
Leftover Life Hack
Holding on to various types of extra mushrooms? Slice them up and add them to this mushroom gravy recipe for more flavor.
FULL RECIPESustainability Tip
When using storebought mushrooms, check the bottom of the mushroom container to see if the type of plastic is recyclable before disposing.
Party Planning Tip
These Kale Stuffed Pesto Mushrooms are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that mixes a savory pesto sauce with a bite-sized cremini mushroom cup.
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