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Hot & Sour Shiitake Mushroom Soup

This vegetarian soup is thick, rich, and brings a bright and spicy change to your usual winter soup rotation. The shiitake mushrooms and other vegetables make a hearty snack or meal on a cold winter’s day. Better than takeout and comes together in 30 minutes!

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Pan-Seared Strip Steak for Two with Mushroom Pan Sauce

This made-to-impress steak and mushroom sauce is delicious and practically foolproof. By reverse searing--low roasting then pan-searing--it creates a perfectly cooked interior and a crispy browned exterior. The pan sauce brings a welcomed earthy richness for any occasion!

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Chef’s Mix Mushroom Shepherd's Pie

This ‘pie’ is one of the ultimate comfort foods-- rich and aromatic vegetables, mushrooms and lamb topped by a pillowy layer of garlicky mashed potatoes. The mushrooms bring a distinct earthiness that blends with every flavor in the dish!

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Roasted Whole Chicken with Mushrooms & Pan Sauce

A herb-rubbed chicken roasted on a bed of exotic mushrooms? Say no more! This method of flattening a whole chicken, known as a ‘spatchcock’, promotes even cooking and crispy skin. The aromatic vegetables and mushrooms caramelize to bring amazing depth of flavor!

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Bacon & Mushrooms

Brussels, bacon, and fresh mushrooms are a classic combination! This aromatic and savory take is paired with a tangy and bright dill-yogurt sauce to perfectly balance the smokiness of the bacon. Tasting is believing!

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Mushroom Risotto

Mushrooms are firm-textured with an excellent earthy flavor, and act as the star for this aromatic and deeply savory risotto. We take advantage of their texture by slow-cooking some in brown-butter risotto and pan-frying the rest for a nutty, garlicky, and crispy topping!

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Vegan Mushroom Gravy & Garlic Smashed Baby Potatoes

One of the best parts of Thanksgiving is dousing everything in rich gravy! Made with flavorful Baby Bella and Shiitake mushrooms along with garlic and herbs, you won’t even notice it’s vegan. The crispy smashed potatoes make a fabulous crunchy contrast to the silky gravy.

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Chef’s Mix Mushroom Stuffing

Traditional holiday stuffing is brought to new heights with this savory stuffing recipe! Mushrooms are sautéed in butter for a nutty and rich base of flavor. How can you go wrong with herbs, garlic, bread, and fresh mushrooms? Double the recipe if serving more than 6 people!

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Rosemary & Garlic Roasted Baby Shiitake Mushrooms

These aromatic, succulent, and simply roasted Baby Shiitake mushrooms make an excellent side dish or a main course when served with polenta, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice. Kick it up with extra chili flakes if you are looking for some heat!

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Green Bean & Baby Bella Casserole

This tried and true holiday side dish still has a few tricks up its sleeve! The quartered Baby Bella mushrooms amp up the natural, earthy, and savory flavor of the sauce, while soy sauce brings a rounded seasoning. Don't skimp out on the crispy onions!

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Cranberry Maitake Brie Bites

Nutty sautéed Maitake mushrooms paired with creamy brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce create a Fall flavor explosion. Wrap it up in crunchy pastry and top with more herbs for an elegant holiday appetizer or part of an elevated Thanksgiving spread.

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Exotic Mushroom & Smoked Gruyere Bread Pudding

This vegetarian delight captures a deep savoriness from the variety of mushrooms paired with aromatic smoked cheese, garden-fresh vegetables, and any favorite bread. It can be prepared ahead of time up to step 5, just put it in the hot oven an hour before it’s time to eat!

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Essential Mushroom Bisque

This is the chosen one! Look no further for a show-stopping mushroom bisque. This recipe amplifies the natural flavor of a variety of fresh mushrooms without becoming too heavy. Not to mention it is gluten-free, vegetarian/vegan, and customizable! Try as a rich appetizer or a luscious main course.

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BBQ Maitake Sliders

Craving some American backyard flavor without all the heft and richness of classic BBQ? These meat-free sliders check all the boxes bringing the smokiness, sweetness, and satisfying texture you’d want in a handheld slider!

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King Trumpet Mushroom ‘Scallops’ with Miso-Butternut Succotash

King Trumpet mushrooms are mild and meaty, and when marinated in the right flavors and seared they transform into vegan ‘scallops’! Served alongside a savory and sweet butternut succotash with fragrant miso and a squeeze of lemon, you’ll be amazed at the similarities!

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Lion’s Mane ‘Crabcakes’ with Garlic Aioli

Lion’s Mane mushrooms are pillowy-soft and boast an array of nutritional benefits. One of the best parts of cooking is its delicate seafood flavor and chewy texture. Cook it down and fold it together with some seafood flavors for a shockingly delicious and vegetarian ‘crabcake’!

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Shiitake Ceviche

Ceviche is a delicious and bright dish traditionally made with fresh seafood cooked in citrus and salt, but works just as well with Shiitake mushrooms! The firm shiitake are an excellent pair with the crunchy vegetables and the fragrant herbs. One scoop and you’ll be hooked!

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Mixed Mushroom Hybrid ‘Possible’ Burgers with Kingston Sauce

These simple, beautiful, and shockingly juicy burgers are made ‘possible’ by mixing the ground beef with fresh sautéed mushrooms. Cooking them together in one patty allows the mushrooms to soak in the beef flavor and add a unique texture while drastically reducing the amount of fat. Tasting is believing!

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Oyster Mushroom Tinga & Double Stacked Nachos

This Mexican-inspired preparation of Blue Oyster mushrooms is savory and spicy, with a great texture for topping tacos, burrito bowls, or a favorite: nachos! This crowd-pleasing recipe can be customized with various toppings. You can easily omit cheese or use a vegan alternative.

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