Cooking with Mushrooms

Looking to jazz up many of my recipes, I decided to start experimenting with different types of mushrooms in many of my favorite dishes. Mushrooms can be incorporated into so many dishes and add that special touch or unique flavor. I have become such an advent user of these tasty fungi, I am now even using mushroom growing kits in my kitchen and growing them right on my counter.

There are so many unique forms that mushrooms come in now, they have really stepped up my game in the kitchen and my family has taken notice. Many do not know that a great way to keep mushrooms from going bad is to use dried mushrooms. They still have the same taste and texture as fresh mushrooms. All you have to do is rehydrate them in some warm water for about 15 minutes and they are ready to add to one of your favorite recipes.

One of my all time favorite mushroom products to use is mushroom powders. These types of mushroom spices are great when added to salads or sprinkled on steaks before you grill them. This is one spice my spice cabinet is never without. I use mushroom seasoning instead of salt in many soups, stews and I even add a dash to my mashed potatoes for an earthy twist on this traditional side dish.

Many have never heard of dried candy cap mushrooms. These mushrooms have a sweet taste like maple syrup. My daughters and I love using this type of mushroom in banana bread for instance. This recipe has always been a big hit with not only our family; many of our friends love it as well. Everyone is always shocked to find out that the secret ingredient is the dried candy caps.

No matter if you are a novice cook or a professional chef, mushrooms are easy to use. From baking, grilling or just sprinkling on vegetables, mushrooms add that special touch to any dish.