More than 2,000 mushroom varieties are edible, according to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, and each has a unique flavor profile. Large, meaty portobellos are a popular choice as vegetarian burgers and sliced to serve over pasta. Baby portobellos, also known as cremini mushrooms, are good for salads, omelets, and stuffings. The following steps show you how to cut both varieties of mushrooms so you can add more to your menu.
How to Cut a Portobello Mushroom
How to Score a Portobello Mushroom
How to Cut a Cremini (aka ‘Baby Bella’) Mushroom
Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Serves 2Ingredients
2 large portobello mushrooms1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper2 whole-wheat buns3 tbsp jarred pesto2 cups baby spinach2 thick slices tomato2¼-inch-thick slices of feta cheese, cut from a block
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Nutrition per serving: 361 calories, 20g total fat (6.7g saturated fat), 9g protein, 31g carbohydrates, 3.1g fiber, 7g sugar (0g added sugar), 731mg sodium
