Foraging Kentucky - An Introduction to the Edible Plants, Fungi, and Tree Crops of the Southeast

With rich soils, thousands of creeks, and thirteen major river basins, the state of Kentucky is abundant with wild edibles that not only are delicious but also can be useful for medicinal purposes. Various species of wildflowers such as spring beauty, edible fungi like chanterelles, and tree crops such as hickory nuts may be foraged and pickled, steamed, candied, or stir-fried to create an enticing, healthy, and substantial meal. Foraging Kentucky is an expansive beginners' guide to safely and ethically foraging in the state. The species covered in the book are divided into three categories: herbaceous plants, fungi, and woody plants. Author, forager, and environmental educator George Barnett shares his extensive knowledge on the proper identification of the featured species, where and when they grow, and how to harvest and prepare them for consumption. Complete with high-definition color photographs, recipes, and short history lessons, this guide is chock-full of crucial information for readers who want to forge an enlightening relationship with the delectable foods naturally available in Kentucky's great outdoors.

General

Imprint:	The University Press of Kentucky
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	February 2024
Authors:	George Barnett
Dimensions:	229 x 152mm (L x W)
Pages:	320
ISBN-13:	978-0-8131-9906-1
Categories:	Books
LSN:	0-8131-9906-9
Barcode:	9780813199061

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