January 7, 2016 Rachel Meltzer 7 Days To Veg! Day 4: Make Room for Mushrooms January 7, 2016 Rachel Meltzer With a savory, rich flavor, mushrooms can give meals the hearty flavor you may be craving—especially when you first give up meat. Here's how you can use them to add texture and umami* to your meals. *Read the post to find out what umami is!