Champignon, dried

Description: Edible mushroom. Its common names in Czech include pečárka zahradní or žampion; in Slovakia it is called šampiňón. It is cultivated in a variety of forms (mostly the white cultivar) in large halls. It is one of the most commonly used edible mushrooms.
Positive effects of champignons:

• natural antibiotic
• immunity booster
• acts against rashes, eczema and other allergic effects on the skin
• acts against bleeding of the gums
• positive effects on breast milk production

Use: Champignons can be used in cooking similar to other mushrooms, e.g. in combination with vegetable dishes, various kinds of meat, soups and sauces. They are great in omelettes, spreads, salads or pasta etc. It is recommended that they are soaked in water for 1 hour before use.

Country of origin: EU