Dried Wild Morel Mushrooms Oregon 2022 Crop

Description

Dried Wild Morel Mushrooms Oregon 2022 Crop
1 oz package. Approximately 15-23 mushrooms depending on size equals approximately a pound rehydrated
Picked and dried in commercial dehydrator the same day- southern Oregon may 2022
Please note the sizes vary in each bag
Morel mushrooms, or just morels, are a type of wild mushroom with an earthy, nutty flavor. They have a meaty texture. These mushrooms are a highly desired ingredient among chefs and mushroom enthusiasts.
How to rehydrate:
Dried morels are easy to rehydrate. Simply put the amount you want to use in a bowl and cover with water. Let sit until the morels are soft and pliable, about 2-4 hours. Reserve the soaking liquid to use in the dish you're cooking, or use as a jump-start to making vegetarian broth if you like. Please note: there will be a lot of debris in the bowl- this is normal! You can strain the liquid with a coffee filter to reserve for later use.
I like to slice the mushrooms in halves and rinse to remove any remaining debris
Allow the mushrooms to air dry a bit after the rinse before cooking by placing in a colander or lay out on a few paper towels
How to cook:
Many recipes out there on the internet but I will share our top 2 that we use
1. Sautéed mushrooms in butter and garlic- add to steak or on the side of just about anything
2. Home style beef stroganoff - cook the stroganoff as you normally do - if you have not made the sauce with a dash of wine now is the time! Adding lightly sautéed morels to the sauce near the end of cooking will make this average meal spectacular!
Our family has hunted mushrooms for over 35 years , some years (2021) we were unable to find enough to dry due to local droughts and fire. We are pleased to have a decent crop this year !