Weekly Links: Mushroom News from Around the Web
Make room for ’shrooms Can you believe mushrooms were once seen as an exotic pizza topping? The News-Journal in Longview, TX reports how mushrooms have made their way to the table as a versatile, staple item for any dish. Another plus: Mushroom containers have gone pink in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness month in October.
Fall Green Salad With Roasted Mushrooms and Pear Vinaigrette Whether you like mushrooms raw, grilled or sautéed, you’ve got to try them roasted. This recipe from The Washington Post enhances mushrooms natural flavors and is only 86 calories! C’mon, you know you want to try it.
How to Pick Fresh Mushrooms Are you a new mushroom lover having trouble picking the freshest mushrooms in the pack? Check out expert Christi Ferretti’s video on how to buy fresh mushrooms at the grocery store. Don’t forget to check the gills!
Benefits of eating Crimini Mushrooms IloveIndia.com reports the US leads the world in commercially grown Criminis so there’s no reason you can’t benefit from the anti-cancer properties they have (particularly helpful in the prevention of breast cancer in females). Criminis are also a good source of iron and calcium. Added Plus: There are a few cooking tips for those new to mushroom loving.
Mushrooms: Can they prevent cold/flu? With flu season is approaching, many Americans are looking for natural ways to reduce their risk to illness. Kristie Long, MD of healthmad.com, shares why one component of mushrooms is so effective against cold/flu viruses. If you like Shiitakes you’re in luck, Long reports how they are one of the best sources of immune boosting properties.
Focus on Fungi: Mushrooms and Their Health Benefits For our friends in the Warren, NJ area, The Warren Reporter shares details about a local mushroom program being held Thursday, Oct. 1st in the Wayne Dumont Jr. Administration Building in Belvidere. The program includes a short lecture on the history, facts and health benefits of mushrooms and will be followed by a fungi food demonstration by Warren Hospital Executive Chef Mike DiCenso.
