Champignons de Paris

Champignons de Paris, also known as button mushrooms or white mushrooms, are one of the most commonly cultivated and consumed mushrooms worldwide. They are small, round, and have a white to light brown color. These mushrooms have a mild flavor and firm texture and are versatile and used in various culinary applications, from salads and soups to sautés and stews.

They are named after Paris because they were first cultivated in the 17th century by the gardener of King Louis XIV in Versailles.