Wild Mushrooms by Kristen Blizzard: Hardcover

Discover the captivating world of foraging with Wild Mushrooms from Skyhorse Publishing, a comprehensive guide designed for both seasoned mushroom hunters and curious beginners. Featuring insights from more than 20 experienced foragers across the United States, this book provides everything you need to make mushrooming a rewarding and enriching lifestyle. Readers will learn how to identify, locate, collect, transport, clean, and preserve a wide variety of wild mushrooms—from familiar species to rare and unusual finds. Whether you gather mushrooms from a local forest or simply enjoy selecting them at the market, this book deepens your understanding of their ecology, culinary potential, and rich cultural history. As the Star Tribune notes, it’s “a worthy addition to your library” for anyone passionate about mushrooms and the natural world.

Beyond foraging techniques, Wild Mushrooms explores the exceptional culinary value of wild fungi. The authors detail traditional and modern preservation methods, including drying, which allows harvested mushrooms to release their unforgettable forest aroma every time you open your stored supply. This sensory connection to the outdoors—earthy, aromatic, and grounding—is one of the most rewarding aspects of cooking with wild mushrooms. The book also includes expert tips on storage, recipe inspiration, and practical guidance to help readers maximize their harvest and safely enjoy their finds. A beautifully crafted resource filled with expertise, stories, and practical wisdom, Wild Mushrooms is an essential guide for nature lovers, home cooks, and aspiring foragers who want to elevate their outdoor adventures and culinary experiences.