Mushroom Facts

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Mushroom facts and general information about mushrooms.

Mushrooms are Available:

Available year round

How Do Mushrooms Grow:

Mushrooms are a fungi that grows in dirt. Only buy mushrooms from the grocery store or a reputable market. Never eat wild mushrooms. Want to grow your own mushrooms?

What to Look for When Buying Mushrooms:

Buy mushrooms that are dry. Avoid damp, dark or soft mushrooms.

Mushroom Storage Tips:

Store on a shelf in the fridge

How to Cook with Mushrooms:

Sauté with butter and use in recipes. Make stuffed mushrooms. Add in main dishes or side dishes.

Mushroom Nutrition Facts:

Mushrooms are low in calories. They are high in B vitamins including riboflavin, (healthy skin and vision) niacin (healthy nervous and digestive system) and selenium. (healthy immune system)

Recipe: Stroganoff with Mushrooms

steak, cut in cubes
2 Tablespoons flour
tomato sauce, small can
sliced mushrooms
1 can beef broth or 2 beef bouillon dissolved in 1 Cup water
8 oz. sour cream
Egg noodles, cooked
Cut up steak in cubes. Add flour and toss to coat. Brown in skillet. Add small can of tomato sauce and add mushrooms. Add beef broth and heat until bubbly. Add sour cream. Serve with egg noodles or rice.

Kids Cooking Video: Stuffed Mushrooms

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