Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 3-5 days
Paper Bag in Refrigerator
- Do not wash until ready to use; brush off dirt
- Store in paper bag or breathable container
- Refrigerate
- Avoid sealed plastic—traps moisture
Freezing freezing method 6-12 months
Blanched and Frozen
- Clean and blanch briefly
- Cool and drain, pack in freezer bag
- Use in cooked dishes
Revival Tips
Slightly shriveled morels are still fine for cooking; trim any slimy parts.
Fun Facts
- Morels are honeycombed spring mushrooms; they must be cooked and should never be eaten raw—store briefly in paper.