Dryad's saddle (Cerioporus squamosus) at Black Oak Hollow IA 653A7217
These amazing Dryad's saddles sure get your attention out in the woods these days. Often called the pheasant back mushroom for the feather-like markings on its cap, this edible mushroom can save a futile afternoon spent trying to find the more famous morels since it is much more common and easier to see. Though they don't melt in your mouth like the buttery morel they are still a much better option than store-bought mushrooms as a supper side dish.
Dryad's saddle (Cerioporus squamosus) at Black Oak Hollow IA 653A7217
These amazing Dryad's saddles sure get your attention out in the woods these days. Often called the pheasant back mushroom for the feather-like markings on its cap, this edible mushroom can save a futile afternoon spent trying to find the more famous morels since it is much more common and easier to see. Though they don't melt in your mouth like the buttery morel they are still a much better option than store-bought mushrooms as a supper side dish.