Believe it or not, there is some argument about whether mushrooms are considered a vegan-friendly food or not. Today I’m going to provide you with some compelling arguments for why they are. Are mushrooms vegan? Most people consider mushrooms a vegan food source since they are categorized in the Fungi kingdom, not the Animalia kingdom. …
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Maitake means “dancing mushroom” in Japanese. Stories say this name arose when people would find this mushroom in the wild, and become so happy they’d start to dance! What are maitake mushrooms (hen of the woods?) Maitake are a polypore bracket fungus that grows at the base of oak trees and other hardwoods in temperate …
Giving up meat and dairy doesn’t mean that you have to settle for eating bland dishes or raw vegetables. In this post, I’m sharing 25 of my all-time favorite vegan mushroom recipes. Mushrooms make a great alternative to meat. They have a firm texture similar to a piece of beef or chicken. And the amino …
Mushrooms and microgreens are both great crops that you should consider growing. But how do you know which is a better fit for you? In this article, I’ll explain what growing both microgreens and mushrooms takes, and what the process for growing each looks like. I’ll explain the similarities between growing these two crops, as …
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Welcome to my guide on one of the more elusive varieties of mushrooms, but also one of the tastiest: Morels. What are morel mushrooms? Morels are some of the most sought-after mushrooms in the world. They have a delicious nutty taste and firm meaty texture. Even people who don’t normally enjoy mushrooms are usually willing …
You’ve probably seen cremini mushrooms at the grocery store before. Maybe you haven’t tried them though, and wonder how they compare to other types of mushrooms. What are cremini mushrooms? Cremini mushrooms are a variety of the species agaricus bisporus. This type of mushroom includes button mushrooms and portobello mushrooms as well. The only difference …
If you’re looking for a new type of mushroom to try foraging for or cooking, chanterelles are a sought-after mushroom found in many parts of North America and Europe. In this article you’ll learn what chanterelle mushrooms are, how to identify them, how to grow them, what to cook them with, and more. What Are …
Learning how to grow mushrooms is more straightforward than you might think. Much of the same information applies whether you want to grow a small amount of mushrooms at home as a hobby, or want to start growing mushrooms on a commercial scale as a business. Some of us grow up watching our parents in …
Have you tried growing oyster mushrooms and now you’re ready to try a slightly more challenging variety? Shiitake mushrooms are a bit more difficult to grow since their mycelium is not as aggressive, and requires a longer incubation time. But the extra work can be well worth it. Shiitake produces more flushes of fresh mushrooms for you …
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Are you curious about oyster mushrooms? Maybe you want to try to find some wild growing oyster mushrooms in your area. Or maybe you just want to know what they taste like before you decide to buy a pack of them from the supermarket. This article is intended to be a complete guide to oyster …
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