Get ready for an exciting opportunity to dive into the world of wild mushrooms with Eric Milligan, the owner of the New Hampshire Mushroom Company
Join us for an enlightening talk where Eric will share his expertise on how to find, identify, and deliciously enjoy wild mushrooms right in our backyard. If you think you've spotted some intriguing mushrooms, bring them along for a live identification session with Eric himself! Just make sure to store them in a paper bag (avoid plastic to keep them fresh) for safety. With Eric’s extensive knowledge of mycology, you can trust that he’ll help you determine which mushrooms are safe to eat.
A passionate mushroom forager, Eric began his journey studying fungi in 2002. Just a decade later, he turned his hobby into a thriving business. Now, the New Hampshire Mushroom Company is a beacon of culinary adventure, supplying fresh specialty mushrooms across New England and at the local Tamworth Farmers’ Market, open seven days a week!
But they don’t stop there! NHMC is dedicated to educating the community about the wonders of mushrooms through dynamic classes and tours of their one-of-a-kind growing facility in Tamworth.
Plus, if you have any wild mushrooms you’d like identified, bring them by the farm and ask them. The NHMC team is always eager to connect with fellow mushroom enthusiasts.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to expand your mushroom knowledge and culinary skills!
This program is part of the Friends of the Library Program Series. The Friends of the Conway Public Library is kindly sponsoring this event.
Mushroom Varieties
(All mushrooms are great sautéed with garlic and butter/oil)
Blue Oysters – Mild in flavor with a subtle nuttiness. Great in lighter dishes, cream sauces, creamy soups, and omelets or quiche.
Black Pearl – A meaty bold oyster. Strong flavor holds up to braising. Great with stir fried, paired with chicken, over pasta, in quiche
King Oyster – Meaty umami flavor, robust texture similar to a button mushroom but with more flavor. Great as a main protein. Can be sautéed, grilled, pickled, and smoked. Our favorite is mock pulled pork!
Phoenix Oysters – Mild flavor. Great in lighter dishes. Over pasta, with fish, in creamy soups, or eggs.
Lion’s Mane – Mild flavor. Great with red sauce. These can be used as a seafood replacement, such as mock crab cakes, mock seared scallops, etc.
Elms – Strong mushroom-y flavor. Pairs nicely with heavy meats and game. Delicious in a stroganoff, on a steak or burger.
Chestnuts – Strong nutty flavor. Great for stir-fry’s, roasted with chicken, in gravy’s or stuffing.
For More Information please visit the website https://www.nhmushrooms.com
This program is part of the Friends of the Library Program Series. The Friends of the Conway Public Library is kindly sponsoring this event.