Search Results For 'mushroom' |
Word |
Definition |
Horn of Plenty Mushroom |
This is a wild mushroom with a hollow, funnel- shaped cap and is dark gray or black in color. Because of this, it also has the name etrumpet of deathe. This mushroom is somewhat stringy, but has a robust flavor and may be used to flavor sauces, soups, or any other mushroom preparation. |
Lobster Mushroom |
A wild mushroom that has a firm texture and a red and orange color like lobster shells. |
Morel Mushroom |
This is a wild mushroom with a honeycomb cap and hollow stem. These are very dirty mushrooms and must be cleaned carefully. Morels possess a wonderful earthy flavor, making them good candidates for soups, sauces, and fillings. |
Mousseron Mushroom |
A wild mushroom with an off-white to beige color. The flavor is full-bodied and the texture is fleshy like bolets. |
mushroom |
Any of many species of cultivated or wild fleshy fungus, usually consisting of a stem, a cap (which may have gills) and mycelium; available fresh or dried and eaten raw, reconstituted or cooked. |
Oyster Mushroom |
A wild mushroom that grows in clusters on the side of trees. It is off-white to greyish in color and has a soft texture. These mushrooms have a very subtle flavor. They are also being cultivated in the US, making them readily available in markets and moderately priced. |