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While many recommend brushing off dirt with a damp paper towel or pastry brush to avoid "waterlogging," testing shows that a quick rinse only increases mushroom weight by about 2%.

Remove mushrooms from plastic wrapping immediately. Store them unwashed in an open paper bag in the refrigerator; the paper absorbs excess moisture and prevents them from becoming slimy. MUSHROOMS

Trim the very bottom of the stems. Keep mushrooms whole, quartered, or sliced depending on the recipe, but remember that smaller pieces release moisture faster. 3. Essential Cooking Techniques While many recommend brushing off dirt with a

Most fresh mushrooms last about one week in the fridge when stored properly. 2. Cleaning and Preparation or sliced depending on the recipe