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When buying mushrooms, whether loose or packaged, they should look fresh and be free from major blemishes or gouges. The Mushroom Council says mushrooms should be kept in paper bags or covered with paper towels in the refrigerator. Most will last about a week. For instance, Changin' Cherry powder starts out red, changes to blue when water is added and then tastes like cherry. Look for Grape Illusion, too.