Fresh and Processed Mushrooms

for Foodservice

South Mill mushrooms are versatile, savory, umami-rich, and flavorful, making them a staple in any chef’s kitchen. Using South Mill Champs mushrooms in foodservice brings flavor to any dish without adding significant calories, fat, cholesterol, or sodium.

Why South Mill Champs Mushrooms

Fresh Mushrooms Offer Versatility in Prepared Dishes

Mushrooms’ incredible versatility makes them a welcome ingredient in restaurant appetizers, entrees, soups, and more. No other food can be used in so many ways while serving up so much flavor. Fresh mushrooms fit into every daypart, every cuisine, and every diet. And with 25% of consumers interested in eating less meat, mushrooms’ umami flavor and meaty quality make them the ideal ingredient to star in plant-based dishes.

Healthy Eating
is on the Rise

Consumers are hungry for foods that not only taste good, but offer them a variety of health benefits and are seeking dining options that are as nutritionally valuable as they are delicious. The average consumer knows that fruits and vegetables are important to their overall wellness, and mushrooms are a versatile choice for any menu – vegetarian, vegan, or flexitarian. Mushrooms are nature’s superfood, containing several vitamins, minerals, and beta glucan. Mushrooms are also fat-free, low in calories, sodium and cholesterol, and inherently gluten-free.

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The Growing Popularity of Mushrooms in Foodservice

Mushrooms continue to gain popularity due to increasing consumer awareness of their functionality, with a Grand View Research report projecting the mushroom market will surpass $50 billion by 2028. Foodservice trends indicate that mushrooms are booming with menu options increasing by 43% over the past six years. Mushroom usage for the foodservice category is at approximately 270 million pounds annually, with a yearly growth rate of 8%.

Blending Mushrooms to Serve Nutrient-Dense Meals

Create delicious, better-for-you menu items with one simple ingredient – mushrooms. Blending meat with mushrooms makes everything better. More delicious, more nutritious and more sustainable. Studies show a traditional ground meat recipe prepared with 50% mushrooms and 50% meat can: reduce calorie and fat intake while adding nutrients, enhance the overall flavor while reducing sodium intake by 25%, improve holding time for takeout, and decrease cost by using less protein.

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Explore Our

FOODSERVICE Products

Fresh
Canned
Quick Blanched
Frozen Sauces
IQF

Why Partner with

SOUTH MILL CHAMPS?

  • We Are Established Market Leaders in Foodservice
    South Mill Champs is the leading vertically integrated mushroom company in North America. Our product distribution centers are strategically located throughout the U.S. and Canada. From our locations in six states, we are able to supply foodservice clients with fresh and innovative mushroom solutions exactly when they are needed.
  • We Have a Clear Deliverable Growth Plan
    As one of the largest growers of mushrooms in the United States, we plan our growth carefully to keep pace with demand and easily scale up. Our customer base is diverse with lots of potential room to grow.
  • Positioned to Benefit from Strong Consumer & Industry Trends
    We are positioned to benefit from the strong consumer and industry trends in the plant-based, functional foods, and meat replacement movements, as well as growing interest in the environmental responsibility and sustainability aspects of food production for restaurants and foodservice businesses.
  • Our Mushrooms Are Responsibly Grown
    At South Mill Champs, we strive to take care of the same earth that allows us to make our living. Our mushroom farmers are the ultimate upcyclers because we turn waste from other agricultural sectors into a growing medium for mushrooms. We believe that mushroom growing brings out the best in both science and recycling practices. We pride ourselves on growing a food that requires less water, electricity, and space than many other crops, all while providing the great flavor and nutrition you come to expect from fresh mushrooms.
If you are looking for a mushroom partner who is dedicated to producing premium products, is a leader in customer success, and offers solutions that fit your needs, please reach out to our sales team.

Our Product

Offering For FOODSERVICE

Fresh

Mushrooms

A variety of high-quality fresh mushrooms products, ranging from common white button to exotic
White Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Crimini Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Portabella

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Shiitake Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Oyster Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

King Trumpet

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Maitake Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Beech Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Exotic Mushrooms

A variety of sizes and bulk boxes are available

Why Menu

Mushrooms?

Rich Flavor and Endless Versatility
  • From their nutty and woodsy aroma to their subtle interaction with partner flavors, mushrooms create a taste sensation that brings added value, consumer appeal, health benefits and versatility to the foodservice kitchen and bottom line.
Mushrooms Instead of Meat
  • Mushrooms have gained traction as a substitute for meat due to the meaty texture and umami flavor.
Environmentally Friendly Products Are Top of Mind
  • Mushrooms are nature’s great upcycler; requiring less water, electricity and space to grow than many other foods.
Increasing Interest in Authenticity
  • Consumers are looking closely at food production and traceability is a key factor in purchase.
  • Our vertical integration means we maintain full control, from farm to fork.

The Mushroom Company Product

Offering For FOODSERVICE

Canned

Mushrooms

Our canned mushrooms are superior in taste, texture, flavor, and color – an alternative to fresh.

Canned Mushroom Specifications

TYPE DESCRIPTIONSUGGESTED APPLICATION
WholeCap & StemSautéing, Garnishing
Sliced3/16” Slice Thickness and 1⁄2” – 2 1⁄4” Cap DiameterSautéing, Vegetable Medley
Pieces & Stems3/16” Slice ThicknessPizza, All Purpose Cooking
Diced3/8” x 3/8” x 3/8” CubePizza, All Purpose Cooking

Canned mushrooms are available in 16-, 62-, and 68-ounce sizes. Varieties available: white, crimini, portabella, and organic.

Why Use

Canned Mushrooms?

Not a Second Option, But an Alternative to Fresh
  • Using our state-of-the-art continuous cooker, we can guarantee even heat distribution without overcooking.
  • Our continued improvements in our processing controls ensure our canned mushrooms are superior in taste, texture, flavor, and color. 
Always on Hand, Saving Time and Resources
  • Ready-to-use – no slicing or washing needed.
  • When stored properly, our canned mushrooms have an extended shelf life.
Customized for Your Restaurant Needs
  • Canned mushrooms are prepared to a variety of specifications including stems and pieces, sliced, whole and diced.

Quick Blanched

Refrigerated Mushrooms

Ready to use in any dish in this convenient and timesaving format, our quick blanching process retains the freshness, lending to a product that is firm, white, and fresh tasting.

Quick Blanched Refrigerated Mushroom Specifications

TYPE DESCRIPTIONSUGGESTED APPLICATION
Sliced3/16” Slice ThicknessPizza, All Purpose Cooking
Premium Sliced3/16” Slice ThicknessPremium Cooking Ingredient
Diced3/8” x 3/8” x 3/8” CubePizza, All Purpose Cooking
WholeCap & StemSautéing, Salads

Quick Blanch Refrigerated mushrooms are available in 6/62 oz., 6/68 oz. and 20# pails. Available varieties: white, portabella, and crimini.

Why Use

Quick Blanched Mushrooms?

Carefully Harvested and Blanched for Freshness
  • Our fresh U.S. grown mushrooms are carefully harvested and trimmed, and thoroughly cleaned before being blanched and sliced.
  • Our quick blanching process retains the freshness, lending to a product that is firm, white, and fresh tasting.
Always on Hand, Saving Time and Resources
  • Blanched mushrooms are ready to use in any dish in this convenient and time-saving format.
  • Kept refrigerated and sealed, our quick blanched mushrooms have a shelf life of 120 days.
  • Available in whole, sliced or diced to meet your specific needs.
Aligned with Consumer Trends
  • Consumers are constantly looking to try new menu items that are healthy, sustainable, great-tasting, authentic, and cost-effective.

Frozen

Mushroom Sauces

Our frozen sauces are a great alternative to canned sauces and gravies.

Frozen Mushroom Sauces Specifications

FLAVOR SUGGESTIONS DESCRIPTIONMUSHROOM VARIETIESSUGGESTED APPLICATION
Tomato, Spice, Parmesan, and BeefPouches from 4 oz. To 3 lbs.White, Portabella, Crimini, and ShiitakeSandwich Toppings (Chicken, Mushroom n’ Swiss Burger, Steak), Meat Entree Topping, Pasta Topping

Why Use

Frozen Mushroom Sauces?

Always on Hand, Convenient and Consistent
  • Save time and labor associated with back-of-house preparation from raw ingredients, ensuring a consistent finished product time after time. Just prep and serve.
  • When stored properly, our frozen mushroom sauces have an extended shelf life.
Customized to Meet Expectations
  • Our frozen sauces can be custom-made to meet your specific needs for your business.
  • Pack size, flavor, consistency, and texture, all customized to meet your expectations. 
Authentic Savory Flavor
  • We only use fresh mushrooms in our sauces to ensure an authentic mushroom flavor and texture.
  • Our frozen sauces are a great alternative to canned sauces and gravies – no more opening cans! 

IQF

Mushrooms

From whole to diced, individually quick frozen mushrooms have the lowest cost per pound of any processed mushroom. Their low cost and high-perceived value keep your costs down and image up.

Frozen Mushroom Specifications

TYPE DESCRIPTIONSUGGESTED APPLICATION
WholeCap & StemSautéing, Breading, Vegetable Blends
1, 2, 3 – Random Slice1, 2, 3 – Random SliceSauces, Soups, Entrées, Vegetable Blends
Random Slice3/16” Slice Thickness and 3⁄4” – 2 1⁄4” Cap DiameterSauces, Soups, Entrées, Vegetable Blends
3/8” Diced3/8” x 3/8” x 3/8” CubeSauces, Soups, Pizza
Pizza Diced3/16” x 3/4” x 1” Cut SizePizza
Value AddedRoasted, Seasoned & EnrobedSauces, Soups, Pizza, Burger Toppings, Entrées, Vegetable blends

IQF products are available in 4 oz. to 3 lb. bags, 20, 30 and 40 lb. boxes or 1,000 lb. totes. Varieties available include white, crimini, portabella, shiitake, and organic. Custom cuts are available, please contact The Mushroom Company for more information.

Why Choose

IQF Frozen Mushrooms?

Frozen Mushrooms are as Good as Fresh
  • Our highly reliable freezing process locks in the delicate characteristics of the freshly harvested mushroom with virtually no loss in flavor, aroma, color, or nutritional value.
Keep Operating Costs Down
  • IQF frozen mushrooms also have the lowest cost per pound of any processed mushroom.
  • Their low cost and high-perceived value keep your costs down and image up.
Always on Hand, Saving Time and Resources
  • When stored properly, our frozen mushrooms have up to a 24-month shelf life.
  • From whole to diced, we can deliver the size and quantity you are looking for.

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