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Morchella esculenta ?Alternative name:
Morel
Common Morel

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morchella_esculenta
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morchella_dunensis

July: At this time, morels are no longer found.

Conditionally edible, requires thorough heat treatment. One of the most prized edible mushrooms. Used in gourmet cuisine.
Grows in spring in deciduous and mixed forests. Cap with distinctive honeycomb-like structure.
Collect in spring in forests, especially deciduous and pine areas Look near recently cut areas and sunny clearings
Carefully distinguish from false morels. Harvest only young and intact mushrooms.
Clean from forest debris and sand. Rinse before cooking. Boil before consumption.
Cap and stem: Frying, boiling, drying
Fried Morel (Frying)
Slice and fry until golden brown
1. Clean and slice morels.
2. Fry in butter until golden.
3. Season with salt and serve hot.
Morel Soup (Boiling)
Used in mushroom soups and broths
1. Slice morels and sauté with onions.
2. Add to broth and simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Season with herbs and spices.
Dried Morel (Drying)
Suitable for storage and later use
1. Clean morels thoroughly.
2. Dry carefully in shade or dryer.
3. Store in a dry place.