Crossword clue
“Mushroom prized by chefs”
This clue appeared as 40-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MORELLetters5
Starts withM
Ends withL
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mushroom prized by chefs” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 15, 2026 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mushroom prized by chefs” clue?+
The answer is MOREL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 15, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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