Great in soups, sauces, gravy, or anything else that calls for mushrooms. Organic and non irradiated, these chopped and dried shiitake mushrooms are quick and versitile. Directions: Briefly rinse in very cold water. Soak in a volume of warm water equal to twice the volume of the mushrooms. Let soak for 15-20 minutes, drain and use as desired. Mimi’s recommends retaining the drained water for use in stock, rice, etc.