Clean off dirt and debris gently with a brush or damp paper towel
Do not soak morels in water
Store fresh morels in a paper bag in the refrigerator
Place a dry paper towel in the bag to absorb moisture
Keep them unwashed until ready to use
Use fresh morels within a few days
Freeze cooked morels for longer storage
Dehydrate morels completely for long-term storage
Store dried morels in an airtight container in a cool, dark place
Rehydrate dried morels in warm water before cooking