Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) Sulfur Shelf  -  Summer -  This yellow-orange mushroom grows on trees fanning out in layers from a tree log. in a fan shape. The average mushroom is about 4 to 10 layers, 6 inches stretch per fan, and each layer about half inch thickness. It is a very dense with a firm texture and chicken-like flavor suggest ragouts, soups, and fillings for poultry or pasta.

Cook only the tender outer edges of the caps; the rest is tough and woody. Slice and simmer in stock for 45 minutes, then serve creamed on toast.

Goes well with spicy Mexican-style ingredients. As big as a hand. 

 Available only in certain markets during its picking season.

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