And yes, you should be washing them. From cremini and portabello to oyster and lion’s mane, mushrooms bring earthy flavor and a meaty chew to dishes like this one-pot creamy pasta and pot pie.

Store-bought mushrooms range widely in variety, with some of the most popular types being white button, shiitake, and portobello. If you’re like us, you may have skipped a thorough washing a time or ...

or online for dried mushrooms. Don’t wash mushrooms until you’re about to use them. Mushrooms readily turn slimy and can spoil easily when exposed to water. Try some of the following recipes ...