Mushrooms -

Rinse quickly under cold running water just before cooking, then spin them dry in a salad spinner or pat them thoroughly with a towel.

Remove mushrooms from plastic wrapping immediately. Store them unwashed in an open paper bag in the refrigerator; the paper absorbs excess moisture and prevents them from becoming slimy. MUSHROOMS

While many recommend brushing off dirt with a damp paper towel or pastry brush to avoid "waterlogging," testing shows that a quick rinse only increases mushroom weight by about 2%. Rinse quickly under cold running water just before