Hey guys, been busy so I haven't checked this thread in a while.
These mushrooms grow with American Beech and Hemlock trees in a mutually beneficial relationship. The trees provide sugar for the mushrooms and the mushrooms help the trees absorb nitrogen from the soil.
Black trumpets have a very unique taste and smell. Hard to describe if you've never had them, but I'd say they have a deep, earthy and slightly sweet aroma/taste.
Andrew, that sounds like a great idea. Perhaps I'll give it a try!
BJ, I dehydrated a bunch so if I ever get out your way I'll bring some w/ me.
Ed, that meal sounds delicious indeed!