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Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Roasted Button Mushrooms and Vegetables

Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Roasted Button Mushrooms and Vegetables

This recipe takes the deliciousness of roasted garlic butter mushrooms and adds a medley of colorful vegetables for a complete and satisfying sheet pan meal. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients: Instructions: Tips: With these simple steps, you can create a vibrant and flavorful sheet pan meal featuring roasted button mushrooms and a variety of delicious vegetables!

Mushrooms that Glow!

Mushrooms that Glow!

What that glow out there in the night? Its low to ground and has a slight green tint. You walk over to it, then shine your light. Then you realize it is a mushroom! That is caused by a property in some organism(living things) called “bioluminescent”. This causes the organism to glow green in complete darkness. This is done through a chemical reaction known as Chemiluminescence. Bioluminescent can occur in Plants, Bacteria, marine life, and Fungi. We will focus on…

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The Austin Mushroom Conference 2024

The Austin Mushroom Conference 2024

Took a trip down to Austin TX for the sake of mushrooms and mycology. Central Texas Mycology society and mycelium matters host an conference at The university of Texas in Austin. This was a 1 day event that talk about different topics in mycology, like introduction to foraging, mushrooms as a meat replacement, mushroom farming grants, and mycroremdiation. That was the first part of the conference talks, but the second part of the conference was a bit different. It was…

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Texas Mushroom Fest 2024

Texas Mushroom Fest 2024

A weekend full of family and outdoor fun. This year in May 2024, the North Texas mycology association has there second annual Mushroom Fest. This year the focus was on Camping and Fried Mushrooms. The Festival had guided foraging workshops and Lectures mainly about mushroom identification. This was held at the Learning Garden north of Athen Texas. You had a choice between camping for multiple days or a day pass. I personally chose a camping! Mushroom fest was a trip….

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Looking for Mushrooms In Everyday Life

Looking for Mushrooms In Everyday Life

Mushrooms are a very fascinating organism that seems to appear randomly out in the wild. And you finding a mushroom it is usually gone by the next day. To most all mushroom look the same. That generic stem and cap that it either white or brown. But if you take a closer look, mushrooms are look incredible different from one another. Just like looking for flowers, but rare and unique flower. So when finding a mushroom it’s like finding a…

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Oyster Mushrooms: The Versatile and Delicious Fungus for Every Kitchen

Oyster Mushrooms: The Versatile and Delicious Fungus for Every Kitchen

The humble oyster mushroom, with its fan-shaped cap and velvety texture, is a culinary delight gracing kitchens worldwide. But beyond their gourmet appeal, oyster mushrooms offer a unique combination of health benefits, ease of cultivation, and sustainability. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a curious home cook, here’s everything you need to know about this versatile fungus. What are Oyster Mushrooms? Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are a type of edible fungi prized for their delicate flavor and meaty texture. They…

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Fungus Among Us: A Guide to the Most Common Edible Mushrooms

Fungus Among Us: A Guide to the Most Common Edible Mushrooms

Mushrooms have exploded in popularity in recent years, and for good reason! These versatile fungi add a delightful depth of flavor and umami to any dish. But with so many varieties out there, which ones should you start with? This guide explores 5 of the most common edible mushrooms, ranked by their versatility in the kitchen: 1. The King of Versatility: The White Button Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) Reigning supreme in the world of edible mushrooms, the white button mushroom (also…

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3 Reasons Why Mushrooms Deserve a Spot on Your Plate

3 Reasons Why Mushrooms Deserve a Spot on Your Plate

Mushrooms are often relegated to the side dish category, but these versatile fungi offer a surprising amount of nutritional punch. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, mushrooms can be a powerful addition to a healthy diet. Here are 3 reasons why you should consider incorporating more mushrooms into your meals: 1. Immunity Boosters: Mushrooms are a great source of selenium, vitamin D, and B vitamins, all of which play a role in supporting a healthy immune system. Selenium helps your…

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