Wash the mushrooms gently to remove dirt
Trim off any tough or damaged parts
Slice, chop, or leave whole depending on the recipe
Cook them by sautéing, roasting, grilling, baking, or adding to soups and sauces
Eat them only after proper cooking unless the variety is specifically safe to eat raw
Season with salt, pepper, herbs, garlic, or other preferred spices
Serve them as a side dish, in pasta, on toast, in salads, or mixed into main dishes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat before eating
Avoid eating wild mushrooms unless they have been identified as safe by an expert