Weekly Links: Mushroom News from Around the Web
10 Flu Fighting Foods I bet you would never guess what mushrooms and dark chocolate have in common, other than being delicious. The Mother Nature Network knows they’re both going to help you fight the flu this season. Be sure to check out this list whether you need that extra boost or you want an alternative to vaccines.
Fall Produce Buying Guide As the weather changes so do your purchases-like buying boots instead of sandals, coats instead of bathing suits, etc. but what about your produce? Buying produce that’s in season isn’t just better for the environment- it can help you get the most for you buck. Check out this list from the York Daily Record to see what nice surprises fall has in store for you.
Treat the Family with Halloween Pizzas Halloween is one of our favorite holidays! The endless supply of candy is great until you realize you actually need to eat real food. So this Halloween, treat yourself to this special Halloween pizza from Janet Keeler in between your candy binges. This recipe is easy and works great if you’re throwing a Halloween party too!
Eating Mushrooms has Benefits for Your Health “Research suggests that eating plenty of mushrooms helps build up the immune system and fend off bugs. And at a time when we are all trying to avoid swine flu, any added benefit has to be worthwhile,” Diane Parks of the Birmingham Mail tells us. Along with health information find you’ll find a recipe for a Crunchy Mushroom Pilaf. Bon Appétit!
Recipe To The Rescue: Raw Vegan Marinated Mushroom Salad If you’re eating raw you must know that it means always having something marinating, soaking or sprouting. Sally Andersen of Veg Daily brings us a little something she whipped up while waiting for mushrooms and onions to marinate for a salad. If that’s any indication of how easy this is to make, wait ’till you see how few steps it takes to make!
Recipe: Fresh green bean casserole with mushrooms and onions Forget those frozen green beans and onions from a can. One of our special MC fans, Erika Kerekes has a better way to enjoy a green bean casserole. Her version still has a few canned ingredients but overall, she says the flavor exceeds that of the original. Test it out and let us know what you think!
