Oyster Mushrooms

Sheamus brought me mushroom luck yesterday. On our ride from the Sandwich Transfer Station (aka the town dump) into Sandwich Village, I caught sight of this tree in my peripheral vision adorned with clusters of oyster mushrooms!

Most of them were prime specimens... not yet invaded by insect infestation. With a special tool stored in my trunk for such finds, I filled my basket with these delectable fungi. The "special tool" is a telescoping poll fitted with a small wire basket, used to fish golf balls out of the drink. It's perfect for dislodging mushrooms found growing at lofty heights.

The best way to use the wild oyster mushrooms, especially the larger specimens, is to boil them for 10 minutes until they lose their fragile texture. Then the skin is removed and they can be frozen to use in recipes or simply sauteed with butter and garlic. These oyster mushrooms make the most delicious cream of mushroom soup.


I was so pleased to spot this wealth of fungi on the roadside, as I am no longer able to walk in the woods to forage properly. I think Sheamus brought me luck!