35 Amazing Ways To Use Mushrooms
We have SO mush-room in our hearts for these recipes!
When it comes to versatile ingredients, mushrooms can't be beat. Like Brussels sprouts and beets, they do have a bit of a bad reputation (you either LOVE them or HATE them), but trust us—it’s all in how you cook them. They're prized around the globe for a reason! They can add complexity, consistency, richness, and umami to all kinds of dishes, everything from apps to sides to mains. Check out our 35 mushroom recipes for all our favorite ways to serve them—you might just change your mind on these funghi.
Did you know that there are over 2,000 edible varieties of mushrooms out there? That means there’s a type for everyone to like, even self-proclaimed haters. Portobellos, cremini, and white button mushrooms are some of the most readily available, and they can be used in nearly every recipe on this list. They’re perfect alongside protein, like in our chicken marsala, our garlicky steak & mushroom bites, or our skillet chicken cacciatore; or paired with pasta and grains, like in our mushroom risotto, our beef stroganoff, or our creamy mushroom pasta. They also make great sides and apps, like our stuffed mushrooms, our air fryer Caprese mushrooms, our cream of mushroom soup, and our garlic butter mushrooms.
Looking to branch out? Try out some of the other somewhat readily available mushrooms, like oysters, shiitakes, maitakes, or porcinis. We’ve highlighted them here in our pasta primavera, our sautéed mushrooms, and our cheesy mushroom toast, but feel free to play around and incorporate any variety you can find into your meals to see which you like best.
Speaking of getting creative, we’d be remiss if we didn’t call out how vital mushrooms are to those following a plant-based diet. Mushrooms make surprisingly good meat substitutes, thanks to their earthy flavor and chewy, meaty texture. Try our vegan mushroom pot pie, our copycat Shake Shack 'shroom burger, or our vegan “scallops” with succotash to see what we mean. They’re incredible whether you’re eating meatless just for Mondays or every day.
Want more vegetable inspiration? Check out our favorite carrot, zucchini, bell pepper, and butternut squash recipes too.
Vegan Seared "Scallops" with Succotash
Stuffed Mushrooms
To make these, we stuff baby bella mushrooms with garlicky, herby bread crumbs and plenty of cheese. Stuff them ahead of time and bake them off when you're ready for an easy appetizer or simple side dish.
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta
If a bowl of creamy, earthy, umami-rich pasta sounds good to you, give this flexible recipe a go. It tastes great with any variety of mushrooms and is easily adapted with alternate alliums, herbs, nuts, pasta shapes, and hard cheeses.
Skillet Chicken Cacciatore
As the origin story goes, this Italian dish emerged as a means to feed hunters who’d been away tracking for long periods of time, using the meat, mushrooms, and herbs they’d collected along the way. While we may not have been out hunting, after a long day, this dish is still particularly comforting, not in the least because it all comes together in one pot!
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Mushroom Risotto
Since you're putting all the effort (just keep stirring) into making a nice meal, you deserve GOOD cheese for your risotto. A freshly grated block of Parmesan is going to taste 1,000x better than the pre-grated fake stuff. Trust us.
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Creamy Chicken Marsala
Chicken marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that's creamy, quick, and irresistible. The creamy sauce made of mushrooms, marsala wine, and heavy cream is straight-up drinkable, and we love serving it over a big pile of spaghetti, angel hair, or greens.
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Garlic Butter Mushrooms
These are INSANELY delicious! If you can't find cremini mushrooms, look for baby bellas or button mushrooms—they're essentially the same thing and will work just as well here.
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Chicken-Fried Mushrooms & Gravy
Meaty oyster mushrooms stand in for steak in our indulgent take on this Southern classic. Buttermilk is a must for fried chicken, so we made our own with almond milk and vinegar.
Portobello Mushroom Burger
Roasting the portobellos makes them extremely flavorful and brings out all of their juices. We love ours simply topped with honey mustard and some veggies, but a slice of white cheddar melted on top would be killer too.
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Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Portobello mushrooms really shine in the air fryer. Excess moisture gets wicked away so the mushrooms stay meaty and perfect for filling with our favorite Caprese-inspired combo of tomatoes and cheese.
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Vegan Mushroom Gravy
Vegans and meat-eaters alike will be piling this flavor-packed gravy on top of all the Thanksgiving sides. This gravy comes together in minutes—and you won't miss roasting a whole turkey or chicken to make it.
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Beef Stroganoff
We can all agree that anything involving pasta or a rich delicious gravy is right at the top of the comfort food list, and this recipe features both! With buttery egg noodles smothered in a creamy beef and mushroom gravy that's rich, warm, and full of flavor, this is the ultimate wintertime food.
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Cheesy Oyster Mushroom Toast
Inspired by the flavors in a classic beef Wellington, the oyster mushrooms here are cooked duxelles-style and paired with tangy Dijon mustard. White beans add some hardiness, melty Swiss brings irresistible creaminess, and quick-pickled red onions perk up all the earthy, rich flavors. Yum!
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Polenta with Wild Mushroom Ragú
Make this showstopper with a custom blend of your favorite funghi! If wild mushrooms are not accessible, creminis or button mushrooms would also work perfectly. If serving for a dinner party or event, the ragú can be made up to three days in advance; just reheat gently on the stovetop while you make the polenta.
Grilled Balsamic Mushrooms
Mushrooms can get sidelined at a barbecue as the side dish just for vegetarians, but when tossed in a balsamic-soy glaze, they'll get ALL the attention. Follow our tips to make them the best they can be.
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Best-Ever Pasta Primavera
This delicate, luscious pasta is the epitome of spring, showcasing under-appreciated fresh produce, like red radishes and maitake mushrooms. If you've never tried maitake (AKA hen-of-the-woods) mushrooms, you're in for a treat. They provide super-savory pops of flavor and a pleasant, slightly chewy texture you'll love.
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Perfect Sautéed Mushrooms
We’re calling this a recipe for sautéed mushrooms, but to be honest, it’s really just a handful of guidelines for you to follow on your path to some magically delicious mushrooms. Get creative with it!
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Soba Cod & Mushroom Soup
Earthy soba noodles ground this delicate soup made with a light and flavorful awase dashi (AKA Japanese seafood stock) and flaky cod. It’s sophisticated enough for a dinner party, easy enough for a weeknight dinner, and gentle enough to soothe a stomachache or persistent cold.
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Vegan Mushroom Pot Pie
When it's cold out, a steaming hot pot pie filled with creamy, flavorful gravy, sweet and tender veggies, and topped with a shatteringly flaky crust is EVERYTHING. Here, mushrooms replace meat and are every bit as satisfying as their meaty counterparts.
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Copycat Shake Shack Shroom Burger
The cult favorite from the NYC-based chain is the rock star of veggie burgers. Thanks to breaded portobellos and the delicious shake sauce, we bet you won't even miss the meat.
