Mushrooms are among the trendiest ingredients in kitchens across the U.S., but how are shoppers cooking with them?
According to visits to the Mushroom Council’s online recipe directory, it’s about both simplicity and exploration.
From classic mushroom soup to new takes on lasagna and crab cakes, the past year’s most-clicked dishes on the Mushroom Council site reflect a growing interest among mushroom lovers for easy-to-make meals with bold flavors and new ingredients, according to a news release.
Mushroom fans visited the council’s recipe directory more than 433,000 times in just 12 months, the release said. Here are the top 5 most-clicked mushroom recipes of the year, according to the council:
- Easy Mushroom Soup — This hearty and comforting mushroom soup is easily everyone’s favorite. With just a handful of simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes, this creamy, umami pot of soup makes an ideal comfort meal.
- Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce — Rich and savory, this pasta quickly became a household favorite for those seeking a satisfying and indulgent dish.
- Mexican Lasagna — With layers of mushrooms, beans, corn and beef, this hearty dish proved to be a crowd-pleaser, ideal for family dinners or gatherings.
- Simple Sautéed Mushrooms — Because sometimes simple is just the best. Sautéed and seasoned mushrooms offer a flavorful side dish or topping.
- Lion’s Mane Mushroom “Crab” Cakes — A vegetarian twist on crab cakes, Lion’s Mane mushrooms replace crab with a tender, savory texture, making this dish a standout favorite.