Description

cremini mushroom = crimini mushroom = Italian brown mushroom = Italian mushroom = brown mushroom Notes: These are closely related to common white mushrooms, but they're a bit more flavorful. Large cremini mushrooms are called portobello mushrooms. Substitutes: white mushroom OR portobello (larger and more flavorful) OR shiitake
Preparation, uses, and tips
Crimini mushrooms can be eaten raw or cooked, and can be substituted for white mushrooms in any recipe. Immediately before using fresh crimini mushrooms, clean them gently with a brush or cloth towel, and remove the base of the stem. When serving crimini mushrooms raw, sprinkle them with lemon juice or vinegar to prevent them from turning brown.

Buying and storing tips
When buying fresh crimini mushrooms, select mushrooms that are intact and firm. Avoid mushrooms that are wrinkled, slimy, or spotted. Crimini mushrooms will stay fresh for up to seven days when stored in the refrigerator in a paper bag; avoid storing them in plastic bags. Crimini mushrooms can also be frozen if necessary.