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Did your recent trip to the woods leave you with more morels<\/a> than you can possibly eat at one time? You may not be aware, but there are many ways to preserve the tasty mushrooms. Today we\u2019re going to talk about how to store morels as well as step-by-step instructions for how to freeze and dehydrate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Do Morels Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Fresh mushrooms typically don\u2019t last very long, but there are ways you can preserve their freshness and enjoy them long after the season is past. How long these mushrooms last depends on how they are prepared for storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the fridge, they can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.<\/strong> On average though, even with excellent preparation, it\u2019s best not to expect them to last longer than a week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the freezer, morels can last considerably longer. Whether they are precooked and packaged or frozen raw, they can last six months to a year. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to store morels is to freeze-dry and vacuum-seal them. They may last up to 20 years if packaged this way<\/strong>; of course, vacuum sealers and freeze dryers can be expensive, so not everyone has easy access to them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dehydrating morels is another great way to store them. Dried morels can last for six months to a year, possibly longer if stored in a sealed package and kept in a cool place.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Do Morels Last in the Fridge?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are different ways to keep morels in the fridge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you store them washed<\/a> and wrapped individually in moist paper or cloth, morels will last about 3 days.<\/strong> Check them frequently to make sure they aren\u2019t going bad and discard any that are becoming soft, slimy, or discolored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best way to store them in the fridge is to place them, unwashed, in a paper or plastic bag left partially open, and place the bag in your crisper drawer. <\/strong>Again, it\u2019s important to check them often and remove any that are starting to go bad, but when stored this way, morels may last for at least a week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people have had success storing them up to three weeks fresh, but they must be carefully prepared and monitored.<\/strong> They should be kept in a plastic bag or food storage container left partially open so they can breathe, the fridge should be kept as cold as possible without freezing the food, and any mushrooms starting to turn should be removed as soon as they are discovered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dried morels kept in the fridge can last for years as long as they are properly sealed. <\/strong>If not properly sealed, moisture can get inside the packaging and ruin the morels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Keep Morels Fresh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The way to keep morels fresh for the longest period of time is to store them in the fridge. Keeping them in a plastic bag is generally better than a paper bag because they won\u2019t lose their moisture so fast, but make sure and leave the plastic bag open so they can breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, check your morels frequently and remove any that are starting to go bad right away.<\/strong> Mold and rot can spread quickly to other morels in the bag, so removing decay at the source is critical to extending the fridge life of your morels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Tell if Morels are Bad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Morels produce several visual clues if they are no longer fit to be eaten. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to pay attention to any changes you notice in your mushrooms if you are storing them in the fridge. Some of the things to look for include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n