Step 1

Put the mushrooms into a small bowl.

Step 2

Add the boiling water. Stir.

Step 3

Let the mushrooms sit in the water for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Optional: Line a fine mesh sieve with the cheesecloth.

Step 5

Put a bowl under the sieve.

Step 6

Pour the mushrooms and liquid through the sieve.

Step 7

Rinse the mushrooms under cold water.

Step 8

Roughly chop the mushrooms.

Step 9

Cook the mushrooms before eating.

Step 10

Use the liquid in a soup, stew, or sauce.