By Erin Marissa Russell Found a mushroom growing in your yard? Before you touch it, know what you're looking at. Some of the most dangerous mushrooms in North America look deceptively ordinary — bright white, clean, even pretty. This guide covers the 3 most common poisonous … [Read more...]
How hard is it to grow mushrooms at home?
QUESTION: How hard is it to grow mushrooms at home? I keep reading about all the health benefits of mushrooms, but they're pretty expensive at the store and I'm interested in growing my own. ANSWER: Growing mushrooms can be as simple as the method you choose. Some people like … [Read more...]
Is This Mushroom Edible? 10 Identification Resources
A few generations ago, spring and summer meant mushroom foraging for many families. As centralized food sources became more common, people relied less and less on home gardens and wild foraging for food. In recent years, though, mushroom foraging has seen a resurgence in … [Read more...]
How to Cultivate Oyster Mushrooms
Oyster mushrooms, with their overlapping layers of flesh, are sometimes hard to find in the grocery store, but they can be grown at home without too much trouble. These fungi have a meaty texture and mild flavor that is best used in cooked dishes, such as soups, sautés and … [Read more...]
What is mushroom tea? An overview.
You’ve heard of the benefits of green tea, but mushroom tea? Herbalists and Chinese medicine practitioners have prescribed mushroom teas for many years. These teas contain powerful antioxidants and can even slow or prevent cancer growth. You probably won’t sip a cup of mushroom … [Read more...]