Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel or soft brush
Trim off the dry or dirty stem ends
Place the mushroom on a cutting board
Hold the mushroom steady with your fingers curled inward
Slice it lengthwise for halves or quarters
Cut crosswise for slices
Make slices thicker or thinner as needed
Cut larger mushrooms into even pieces
Keep the pieces uniform for even cooking
Use a sharp knife for clean cuts