What’s better than wild, fresh mushrooms? Wild, fresh mushrooms you harvested yourself. As of Sept. 3, matsutake mushroom season is officially open in the Deschutes, Fremont-Winema, Umpqua and Willamette National Forests. The season goes through Nov. 3. People who plan to sell mushrooms commercially need a permit to harvest them. The least expensive option is […]
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Matsutake Madness!
Hiking with a purpose
For a simple autumn meal, sear matsutake mushrooms in a hot cast iron pan seasoned with canola oil and salt. Finish up with a sprig of thyme and some butter. The ingredients are straightforward and easily purchased at your favorite grocery store. Collecting the mushrooms could take a bit more work. Fortunately, the matsutake mushroom […]
