Crimini

Criminis are a very similar in size and shape to White button mushrooms (Agaricus), but they have tan brown skin and cream coloured flesh. They are basically baby portabellas that are harvested before they become more mature and increase in diameter and their caps become less dome-like and more flat.

Criminis add a nice profile of earthy flavours to dishes when used in pasta sauces and various meat dishes. The best way to store these mushrooms is in a brown paper bag in the refrigerator but they should not be kept longer than 5-7 days.