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Scientific Name:Cantharellaceae
Common Name(s): Chanterelles, trumpet
Edible: yes
Medicinal: no
pugslee 16 May, 2011
Cautions: When you can recognize those blunt-edged, crisscrossing ridges, you won't confuse chanterelles with anything else. However, take extra care at first that you do not have the poisonous jack-o-'lantern (see Poisonous Mushrooms). Jack-o'-lanterns have knifelike gills and grow in the tight clusters on wood or buried wood, rather than on the ground.
Cooking Hints: Chanterelles are tough and need long, slow cooking, but when properly prepared their flavor is excellent. Saute slowly in butter until tender, season with salt, pepper and parsley, and serve on crackers
Current Rating: 0.6667
pugslee 16 May, 2011
I use the Missouri department of conservation book and web site to teach people how to hunt for, and pick mushrooms. here is their website enjoy... http://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/outdoor-recreation/how/mushrooms/edible-mushrooms