Pre-order this simple and easy to use Chestnut mushroom grow kit. You will be harvesting their first crop of tasty mushrooms before you know it. Everything you need to grow multiple crops of fresh edible mushrooms is included along with complete instructions.
Identification:
The Chestnuts have a golden-brown cap with white scales. The colour is brighter around the edge of the cap, creating a pleasing gradient. These mushrooms have a nutty flavour that adds depth to meals.
Usage:
No need to peel the skin or discard the stalk, just wipe with a damp cloth prior to cooking. Roast, grill or fry in pasta sauces, stir-fries, risottos, soups, stews, and more.
Nutritional Properties:
Chestnut mushrooms are a good source of vitamins B and D. They also provide carbohydrates, copper, potassium, and some protein and folate.
Preliminary studies show that Chestnut Mushrooms:
- May help against high blood pressure
- May have anti-proliferative activity (slowing spread of malignant cells)
- Have antioxidant activity