Button mushrooms: 5 must-try recipes
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Button mushrooms can be the secret ingredient behind the most delicious dishes. They are easily available, inexpensive, and hence a favorite among home chefs. From an impromptu snack to a fancy meal, button mushrooms can be your best friend. Check out these five savory recipes and unleash the delicious potential of button mushrooms in different cuisines.
Dish 1
Creamy mushroom pasta delight
This dish combines button mushrooms with pasta and a creamy sauce for a comforting meal. Start by sauteing sliced button mushrooms in olive oil until they turn golden brown. Add garlic and cook for another minute before stirring in cream and parmesan cheese. Toss the cooked pasta into this mixture, ensuring it is well-coated with the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Dish 2
Stuffed mushrooms appetizer
Stuffed mushrooms make for an excellent appetizer or party snack. Just remove the stems from the button mushrooms and fill each cap with a mixture of cream cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs. Arrange them on a baking sheet and bake at 180 degrees Celsius until they're golden brown on top. These bite-sized treats offer rich flavors in every mouthful.
Dish 3
Mushroom risotto perfection
Mushroom risotto is a classic Italian dish that brings out the earthy taste of button mushrooms. Start by cooking onions in butter until soft, then add arborio rice and stir until coated. Slowly add vegetable broth while stirring continuously until the rice is tender but firm to bite. Stir in sauteed button mushrooms along with Parmesan cheese for added richness.
Dish 4
Savory mushroom soup
A warm bowl of mushroom soup can be both nourishing and satisfying on cooler days. Saute chopped onions, garlic, celery, carrots, and sliced button mushrooms together until softened. Then add vegetable stock along with thyme leaves for seasoning purposes only (do not consume). Simmer gently over low heat until all ingredients meld together beautifully. Before blending into a smooth consistency using an immersion blender if desired, preference dictates otherwise serve chunky style instead.
#5
Grilled mushroom skewers
Grilled mushroom skewers are an effortless way to relish these fungi outdoors this barbecue season! Simply thread whole cleaned buttons on skewers (alternating with cherry tomatoes/bell pepper pieces, if you have a preference among guests), brush lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, grill over medium-high heat (turning occasionally) until char marks appear. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.