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(Scientific Name: Craterellus cornucopioides) A tender and somewhat fragile mushroom that has the appearance of a funnel or horn-shaped fungus.

(Scientific Name: Lepista saeva) Also referred to as the Field Blewit or at times confused with the Wood Blewit, this variety of mushroom is readily identified by the blue to purplish-blue streaked coloring of its stem.

(Scientific Name: Grifola frondosa) Shades of gray-brown, white and tan decorate the layers of wrinkled caps on this delicate Asian mushroom, which grows multiple long stems from the base upwards as it forms a large leafy head.

Scientific Names: Sparassis Crispa or S Spathulata and S. Herbstii. The Sparassis Crispa is known as the western U.S.

(Scientific Name: Agrocybe aegerita) Grown on decaying tree stumps or beneath popular trees, this mushroom is a popular food ingredient in both Asia and southern Europe.

(Scientific Name: Hypholoma sublatertium) Similar in appearance to a Nameko mushroom, the Cinnamon Cap is a variety that grows in clusters.

(Scientific Name: Calvatia gigantea) A round, white or grayish-tan colored mushroom that grows or "puffs up" into the shape of a round ball.

(Scientific Name: Laetiporus sulphureus) Not to be confused with Hen of the Woods, this mushroom variety also is leafy in shape like the Hen of the Woods, both of which grow in a semi-circular form around tree trunks or stumps.

(Scientific Name: Cantharellus infundibuliformis) A common mushroom that grows in large groups in wooded areas and damp places.

(Scientific Name: Flammulina velutipes) A mushroom commonly found growing on tree trunks or tree roots.

(Scientific Name: Flammulina velutipes) A mushroom commonly found growing on tree trunks or tree roots.

A soft, round, pure white feathery mushroom with caps that average 5 to 8 inches in diameter but can grow to 12 inches.

A highly prized and rare mushroom (fungus), that grows underground near the roots of trees. Most varieties of truffles that are considered edible are found 2 to 3 inches below the surface of the ground, but can be found as deep as 10 to 15 inches down.

(Scientific Name: Lycoperdom pyriforme) Unlike its larger relative known as the Giant Puffball, this species is small in size with a round, button-like appearance that looks somewhat like a pear.

An amino acid naturally existing in foods such as spinach, mushrooms, chicken, turkey, beef, pork, lamb, game, beans, and milk.

A strong, aromatic herb which is used fresh or dried, commonly in combination with onions and garlic to season meat (beef, lamb, pork, and veal), poultry, fish, eggs, and vegetables (asparagus, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, peas, and potatoes).

A Greek food that is often referred to as a "meat pie" or a meat-filled sandwich. Made with a filo dough wrapping, the Kreatopita is formed into a triangular or square-shaped pastry filled with lamb or any type of meat and vegetables such as onions or mushrooms topped with cheese.

The Italian word for "hunter" that refers to the manner of food preparation and the ingredients typically used for game dishes.

A food common to Greek kitchens that is similar to a vegetable wrap or pocket sandwich. The Manitaropita consists of filo dough formed into a triangular shape that is filled with mushrooms and cheese, which is traditionally a kefalograviera cheese.

A derivative of the Italian word for hunter (cacciatora) that refers to the preparation procedure as well as the ingredients typically used for several different types of game dishes.