2006-12-13 13:14:15 · 6 answers · asked by teachermaid55 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
The Crimini variety is similar in appearance to the white mushroom and belongs to the same species (Agaricus Bisporus). It has a brown hat and firm texture. Its flavor is richer and earthier than the white mushroom, which makes Crimini mushrooms an excellent option for many kinds of dishes.
The Crimini can substitute for or be combined with any recipe that calls for white mushrooms. Also it serves as a vegetarian entrée or as a side dish. The Crimini mushroom is the Portobello mushroom at the initial growth stage.
2006-12-13 13:19:58 · answer #1 · answered by Steve G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are closely related to common white mushrooms, but they're a bit more flavorful. The portobello mushroom is the fully matured form of this mushroom.
2006-12-13 13:16:55 · answer #2 · answered by party_pam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a type of mushroom that looks like a common white mushroom, but if you eat it raw (like on a salad) it has a tiny bit more flavor.
If you need it for a recipe and you can't find it, substitute the whites.
2006-12-13 13:48:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baby portobellas.
2006-12-13 13:16:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
http://www.truestarhealth.com/Notes/1731003.html
2006-12-13 13:17:08 · answer #5 · answered by Christina H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They grow up to be portabellas.
2006-12-13 13:24:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋