cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/16647060
Candy caps (Lactatius rubidus) are fruiting abundantly on the Northern California coast right now. My family and I picked about 2 pounds today. For those unfamiliar, these mushrooms develop a strong maple flavor and odor when dried.
Iโve never had so many before, so Iโm interested if anyone has made anything interesting with these. Iโve made ice cream in the past which was excellent but it might be good to mix things up a bit.
Iโm particularly interested to see how they would work in more savory dishes and if anyone has eaten them fresh. Is it worth doing or do they need to be dried to be appreciated properly?
