Refrigerate the mushrooms as soon as you return home from the market. Place mushrooms in a paper bag and place the bag on a shelf, not the crisper. The mushrooms will stay dry this way. There are as many mushroom varieties as there are recipes for chili. Try to go beyond your comfort zone and explore the world of some of the exotic mushrooms.
Chanterelles are trumpet shaped mushrooms that are mild flavored and very delicate.
They taste perry when raw and can be lightly sauteed. The Cremini is a just the baby portobello. The cocoa colored mushrooms can be used just like white button mushrooms except that they have a much more intense flavor. These mushrooms have tiny white caps and long stems. The taste is fruity with a fresh tang.