Mushroom

by Johnny Acton (Author), Nick Sandler (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2001

  $5.95

  Everything is here, from insight into the extraordinary role of fungi in history and folklore to the vivid evocation of the thrill of the mushroom hunt, from an exploration of the wonderful growth of mushrooms to their magical properties. There are identification guides to the edible species featured, and colour photographs to aid identification. The title also contains 70 recipes. Some feature familiar varieties such as roasted vegetables with ceps and chargrilled field mushrooms with avocado salad. Others introduce species which are less well known, such as horn of plenty baked in red wine. All are imbued with the spirit of the mushrooms themselves.

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $4.30

  This book features everything you'd ever hoped to know about mushrooms and more! From fungi in history and folklore to a look at the best ways to grow, cook and eat them, this is the ultimate guide to all things mushroom. Alongside helpful guides to the edible species and beautiful photography, there are seventy inspiring mushroom recipes, including classics like roasted vegetables with ceps and chargrilled field mushrooms with avocado salad, and recipes featuring lesser known varieties including horn of plenty baked in red wine. This is a fantastic reference guide and cookery book.