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Various Mushroom Varieties

Certain types of wild mushrooms are also toxic, but most fully developed specimens are harmless. For example, the dryad’s saddle mushroom is a cupped, saddle-shaped, edible fungus that does not become infected by larvae during its juvenile stage. However, to appreciate this mushroom’s distinct flavor, it is the finest cooked into stews and soups. Although …

Choosing Mushrooms – How to Choose the Best Mushrooms

Picking mushrooms is a terrific outdoor pastime that can be both enjoyable and rewarding, but it does take some preparation. A decent field guide (such as Mushrooms: River Cottage Handbook No 1 by John Wright) and a notepad to record your findings and favorite mushroom places are essential. The Best Time to Choose When gathering …