How to Clean Mushrooms

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.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mixing bowls
• Paper towels
• Mushrooms
• Dishtowels

1. 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.

2. 

   Otherwise, put the mushrooms in a bowl of water.

3. 

   Swish the mushrooms around until the dirt comes off.

4. 

   Rinse in fresh water.

5. 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.