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Can someone confirm Chanterelles for a novice


agrobo108

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I'm sure these are Chanterelles, but since I'm new to this and these are the first I've found I'll follow protocol and ask for an expert confirm the identification before I cook any. Found on the ground under hardwoods. Could anyone give me the green light? Any recommendations on your favorite recipe? Maybe just a sauce to put on some steaks?

Thanks!

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These are mature fruit bodies of Cantharellus lateritius (Smooth Chanterelle). When young, this type has a smooth fertile surface (underside). As the mushroom matures, shallow vein-like wrinkles develop --like what is seen in these photos. An excellent edible mushroom when you get it before the insects get it. These look to be in very good condition. 

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Thanks for everyone’s help, I made the recipie ‘chanterelles in brandy cream sauce’ from Michael kuos’ book 100 edible mushrooms, which is a fantastic book that I would highly recommend if your main interest is edible mushrooms, like mine. I would agree with kuos’ description that they have a meaty texture and a fruity flavor (although I was surely getting some taste of the apricot flavored brandy I used in the recipie).

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