cremini

noun cre·mi·ni \ kri-ˈmē-nē \

variants: or crimini

Updated on: 29 Mar 2018

Definition of cremini

plural cremini also creminis

: a meaty cultivated brown or tan mushroom that is of the same variety of button mushroom as the larger and more mature portobello

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Try using different varieties of mushrooms – button, cremini, shiitake -- or a mix of whatever wild mushrooms are available at your market.

— claire perez, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Mushroom brie soup a creamy splurge," 23 Mar. 2018
Cook the sliced cremini mushrooms on medium-high, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 5 minutes.

— the good housekeeping test kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Chicken Marsala," 12 Feb. 2018
Stir in cremini mushrooms, increase heat to medium-high and cook until creminis begin to brown, about 4 minutes.

— judy walker, NOLA.com, "8 invaluable tips for becoming a better cook in the new year," 26 Dec. 2017
Logan makes a customer favorite called Tommy’s Special with sliced meatballs, red onions, crushed red pepper flakes, goat cheese, broccoli and cremini mushrooms.

— christina mayo, miamiherald, "Merrick’s Pizza owner was trained by the Best in Coral Gables," 3 Aug. 2017

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Origin and Etymology of cremini

Italian, plural of cremino, from crema cream, from Middle French cresme; probably from their color — more at cream

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