A historical preserve from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Wash and wipe free from grit the small fresh button mushrooms
Put into a frying pan a quarter of a pound of the very best butter
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cooking mushrooms in abundant butter creates a confit-like preservation method where the fat acts as a barrier to oxygen and bacterial growth. The butter's milk solids caramelize with the mushrooms' natural sugars while the fat solubilizes their umami-rich compounds. As mushrooms are 90% water, the initial cooking drives off moisture through evaporation, concentrating flavors and creating a shelf-stable product when properly sealed.
This is specifically a preservation recipe designed for long-term storage. Once cooked and properly sealed in sterilized jars with butter covering the mushrooms completely, they can be stored in a cool, dark place for several months, or refrigerated for up to 6 months.
Transfer cooked mushrooms to sterilized jars and cover completely with the cooking butter, ensuring no mushrooms are exposed to air. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months, or in a cool (50-60°F), dark cellar for 2-3 months. Always use a clean utensil when removing mushrooms, and ensure remaining mushrooms stay submerged in butter. Discard if you notice any off odors, mold, or discoloration.
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This is specifically a preservation recipe designed for long-term storage. Once cooked and properly sealed in sterilized jars with butter covering the mushrooms completely, they can be stored in a cool, dark place for several months, or refrigerated for up to 6 months.
Transfer cooked mushrooms to sterilized jars and cover completely with the cooking butter, ensuring no mushrooms are exposed to air. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months, or in a cool (50-60°F), dark cellar for 2-3 months. Always use a clean utensil when removing mushrooms, and ensure remaining mushrooms stay submerged in butter. Discard if you notice any off odors, mold, or discoloration.
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