Edible wild plants, mushrooms, fruits, and nuts grow along roadsides,
amid country fields, and in urban parks. All manner of leafy greens,
mushrooms, and herbs that command hefty prices at the market are
bountiful outdoors and free for the taking. But to enjoy them, one must
know when to harvest and how to recognize, prepare, and eat them. The
Complete Guide to Edible Wild Plants, Mushrooms, Fruits, and Nuts
provides everything one needs to know about the most commonly found wild
foods--going beyond a field guide's basic description to provide
folklore and mouth-watering recipes for each entry, such as wild
asparagus pizza, fiddlehead soup, blackberry mousse, and elderberry pie.
This fully illustrated guide is the perfect companion for hikers,
campers, and anyone who enjoys eating the good food of the earth. With
it in hand, nature lovers will never take another hike without casting
their eyes about with dinner in mind.