Minnesota Mushroom News + Recipes
Mushroom Royalty: The King Trumpet Mushroom
In this blog, we'll explore the health benefits of King Trumpet mushrooms, the best ways to prepare them, and why they're becoming so popular among foodies.
Shiitake Mushroom Fried Rice
With the addition of R&R Cultivation's shiitake mushrooms, the flavors of fried rice can be savory, nutty, and slightly sweet, with a perfect balance of umami and saltiness.
Could Mushrooms Really Cause a Zombie Apocalypse?
Watching The Last of Us got us thinking: could mushrooms actually take over the human body, causing a mushroom master race that would eventually rule the world? Signs point to no, but let’s explore the possibilities – just in case.
How to Become an Urban Mushroom Farmer
Mushroom farming is a great way to produce a sustainable, healthy, and delicious crop while also supporting your local community. With the right techniques and supplies, anyone can become an urban mushroom farmer and start growing their own gourmet mushrooms.
The History of Mushroom Farming
Mushroom farming has a long and fascinating history, dating back to ancient times. The earliest recorded evidence of mushroom cultivation comes from China, where farmers began growing shiitake mushrooms over 1,000 years ago. However, the practice of cultivating mushrooms for food is thought to have started much earlier, as early as 600 AD.
Mushroom Anatomy 101: More than Caps + Stems
Mushrooms are the fruiting body of fungi, and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. While the exact anatomy of a mushroom can vary depending on the species, most mushrooms share a similar basic structure.
Roasted Mushroom Medley with Caramelized Onions
Are you looking for a quick, easy recipe to add to your repertoire? This incredibly simple recipe for roasted gourmet mushrooms with caramelized onions is absolutely divine. Impress your friends and family with this gorgeous, oven-roasted delight!
Mushrooms Are the Superfood of the Future!
Few things are more futuristic than imagining humans colonizing other planets. If we hope to successfully move to Mars or another habitable planet, we’ll need to figure out a way to feed and house ourselves using limited resources. That’s why NASA is exploring the possibility of growing mushrooms in space!
Lion's Mane Lo Mein
Are you looking for a delicious new way to incorporate Lion's Mane mushrooms into your cooking? If so, our new recipe for Lion's Mane Lo Mein is sure to delight. Our Lion's Mane mushrooms are a wonderful source of nutrients, texture and umami, which make them a natural choice for this classic recipe.
The Magic of Mycelium
Mushrooms come in all shapes and sizes, but they have one thing in common: the majority of the mushroom’s structure is actually underground. Millions of thin threads called hyphae create a giant web known as mycelium – a necessary precursor to the actual mushroom.
R&R Cultivation's Cream of Mushroom Soup
Add a special touch to your festivities this year with R&R Cultivation's Cream of Mushroom Soup! This is a delicious way to use our gourmet maitake and shiitake mushrooms. Skip the canned soup this year and try this delicious, homemade delight!
Pink, Gold, or Blue: All About Oyster Mushrooms!
At R&R Cultivation, we like things to be colorful! We grow several different oyster mushroom species that vary in color from blue to yellow to pink. If you’ve ever spotted our oyster mushrooms at a farmers market, grocery store, or online, you may have wondered how the colors differ. Here’s the 411 on all three varieties!
