Every person should have dried shiitakes in their pantry! I repeat, this is a requirement.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Preparation:

• Soak in hot water for 10 - 20 min. or until completely rehydrated (soft when you squeeze it)

Uses:

• Slice or use whole like normal shiitake mushrooms

• Stir fry with veggies, noodles or rice

• Add to soups or stocks

• Save the leftover soaking water in the fridge to use as a shiitake broth for cooking or to cook rice for some extra flavor