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Dried Mushrooms (R)
Mushrooms are free of fat, sodium, and cholesterol. They are low in calories
and are a good source of niacin, copper, and pantothenate. They are also high in
riboflavin. Dried mushrooms contain around twenty percent protein.
Although many factors affect the development of cancer,
heart disease, and high blood pressure, eating a diet low in fat and sodium and
rich in fruits and vegetables, including mushrooms, may reduce the risk of these
diseases.
Fancy
White Dried Mushrooms (Agaricus)
Champignon's Gourmet white dried sliced mushrooms. The most common
American mushroom. In drying, mushrooms change to a more pronounced flavor
profile.
Available in convenient dried form for easy storage.
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Also known as button, and Champignons
(French).
Dried
Porcini Mushrooms (Boletus Edulis)
Mushroom hunters regard this mushroom as a great prize; it
has a wonderful nutty flavor. The porcini is one of the most versatile
mushrooms and it can be used in many cooked dishes: fish, meat, and
vegetables. Order
Porcini The most popular mushroom used in Italian
cooking. Try complementing porcini dishes with rosemary and sage. Also known
as cepe, borowiki (Polish) and steinpilz (German).
Dried Shiitake Mushrooms (Lentinus edodes)
Shiitake mushrooms have a rich woodsy/meaty flavor with a
texture similar to meat. They can be used in most any dish as a flavor enhancer
similar to using meat.
Preparation: Soak in warm water for 5 minutes. Cut off
stems. Layer three high and cut into 1/8 inch strips. Cut into smaller
sizes as desired. Also know as shitake.
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Dried
Morel Mushrooms
Dried Morel Mushrooms also known as
smardz, morilles, and morchella. Morels are exceptionally delicious when cooked
with eggs.
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