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Button mushrooms (white mushrooms)

champignon de Paris

Flavor and role: White, mild mushrooms that turn juicy with subtle umami when cooked.
Typical dishes and uses: Cream soup, stews, bolognese, pizza, sauteed mushrooms.
Substitutes: Brown button mushrooms (cremini), king oyster or oyster mushrooms 1:1.
Storage: Keep in a paper bag in the fridge 5-7 days. In plastic they turn slimy.
Main countries: United States · France · Netherlands
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Updated 2026-10-10