How to Clean Mushrooms

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Some experts recommend just brushing or wiping off mushrooms with a damp towel, since they are so absorbent and may lose some flavor if soaked in water. However, others think it's not such a big deal.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Mixing bowls
Paper towels
Mushrooms
Dishtowels

Step1

To clean mushrooms without soaking, wipe them with a clean, damp towel or special mushroom brush. Be sure to wipe the stems, too, if you will be using them.

Step2

Otherwise, put the mushrooms in a bowl of water.

Step3

Swish the mushrooms around until the dirt comes off.

Step4

Rinse in fresh water.

Step5

Dry the mushrooms well with a towel or paper towel.

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on 11/22/2005 Half fill a plastic bag with tepid water and mushrooms, seal and shake moderately. The friction will scrub the detritus away and leave the mushrooms ready for a quick rinse and pat dry.

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