Why do you discard mushroom stems?
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But instead of just throwing them away, try using those stems to flavor your soups and stocks! The stems of shiitake mushrooms are too fibrous to eat, but they still pack a lot of flavor. Just a few stems can infuse a broth with rich flavors and earthy aromas.
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