Sounds like a cheap horror flick, right? It’s not. Entire colonies of insects experience this type of catastrophe quite often, actually. Cordyceps mushrooms are the culprit here, and they’re much more terrifying than the mysterious viruses of traditional zombie lore.
Skeptical about my chances of finding a vibrant blue mushroom that was actually edible, I started my search there. If I failed to find one, the whole experiment would have ended immediately, but it didn’t even require excess effort.
On top of being delicious, Shiitake provides several potential benefits to your health. Rich in B vitamins, but low in fat, Shiitake mushrooms are also known in many cultures for aiding with weight loss, and controlling your blood sugar and pressure levels. Is it really any surprise they’re one of the most popular of the cultivated mushrooms?
Often said to be an adequate replacement for bacon bits, Pink Oysters are great for many dishes, with omelets being a common choice. When cooked, they tend to turn a dark brown instead of the vibrant pink, and if not cooked fully might have a slightly bitter taste. If you have a favorite recipe for Pink Oysters, let us know.
It’s true. While many people still think of them as plants, in 1969, it was decided that they fit into the classification kingdom of Fungi with molds and yeasts. Part of the confusion stems from the fact that they’re often considered vegetables due to being highly nutrient-dense.