Hands-On The Magic of Mushrooms

Join us for a special hands-on class featuring fungi from Windy City Mushroom! They are the largest organic and gourmet mushroom grower in Illinois specializing in oyster, lion’s mane and maitake mushrooms, all grown sustainably and affordably. Did you know mushrooms are high in protein and contain all 9 amino acids contained in meat, making them a perfect meat-free alternative? Come learn how to prepare the mighty mushroom in a variety of delicious, vegetarian recipes.

Menu:

• Sautéed Oyster Mushroom Breakfast Tacos with Crispy Portobello “Bacon” and Pico de Gallo 
• Warm Roasted Maitake Mushroom and Carrot Salad with Kale, Miso Vinaigrette and Crispy Tempura Maitakes 
• Lion’s Mane Country Fried “Steaks” with Hot Honey Drizzle and Roasted Green Beans 

Skills covered in class: 

• Understanding the lifecycle of mushrooms
• Health benefits of mushrooms
• How to select mushrooms
• Sautéing, roasting, pan frying and frying mushrooms  
• Making vinaigrette
• Balancing flavors
• Making tempura batter
• Roasting green vegetables 

In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to five and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.

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