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White mushrooms have a mild, woodsy flavour that intensifies with
cooking.
The white mushroom is the most widely cultivated and consumed mushroom in the world. These
mushrooms range in colour from creamy white to light brown. The cap of the white mushroom is
fleshy and can range in size from 1 to 4 inches (2.5 to 10cm) across. The tender stem of the
white mushroom is 3/4-inch to 2 inches (1.9 to 5cm) long. White mushrooms have a mild, woodsy
flavour that intensifies with cooking. VarietiesWhite mushrooms with small caps are sometimes referred to as “button”
mushrooms, while mushrooms with large caps are called “jumbo.” They are sold
fresh, canned, and dried. Buying and storing tipsWhen buying fresh white mushrooms, select mushrooms that are intact and firm. Avoid
mushrooms that are wrinkled, slimy, ragged, or spotted. White mushrooms will stay fresh for up
to seven days when stored in the refrigerator in a paper bag. White mushrooms can also be
frozen if necessary. To freeze, place raw white mushrooms on a tray in the freezer; when
frozen, store in the freezer in a plastic bag or container. AvailabilityWhite mushrooms are available year-round in most grocery stores. Preparation, uses, and tipsWhite mushrooms can be eaten raw or cooked. They are often served in salads and with dips,
or can be added to soups, sauces, egg dishes, casseroles,
and stews. Immediately before using fresh white mushrooms, clean them gently with a cloth or
soft brush and remove the base of the stem. When serving white mushrooms raw, sprinkle them
with lemon juice or vinegar to prevent them from turning brown.
Nutritional HighlightsWhite mushroom, 1/2 cup (100g) (raw, pieces)
Calories: 8.7
Protein: 1.01g
Carbohydrate: 1.43g
Total Fat: 0.12g
Fiber: 0.42g
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