FRESH WHITE BUTTON MUSHROOMS

White button mushrooms are not only the most popular mushroom but are small to medium in size. The average size of button mushrooms is half an inch to 2 ½ inches in diameter and are attached to by their short stems. The tops, or caps, of these mushrooms are firm, round, and spongy to touch. Underneath these mushrooms are many small, light brown gills that are hidden within a thin white outer skin.  Remember that white stem is also edible, so no reason to throw it away, unless the recipe says so. Raw button mushrooms are mild in flavor but also have a crisp taste, and when cooked, they develop a very natural tender flavor.

Great when sautéed, these mushrooms are a tasty topping that is commonly added to pizza, pasta, cheeseburgers, or steak.