My first parasol mushroom of autumn

WELL I am pretty sure it is a parasol mushroom - but I spotted this whilst out this morning taking the dog for a walk.

Parasol mushrooms are fairly common around this corner of the Dordogne and are often fried in a little butter and garlic before being piled on top of some crusty bread.

Many farmers are also busy at the moment collecting chestnuts, and despite long lengths of netting being placed beneath the trees it is still a time-consuming task to collect them.

With crisp, fresh mornings giving way to warm, sunny afternoons there is a mix of autumn and summer in the air - click on the thumbnail to see the larger image.

Comments

[Tony]

What a year for the fruits of the land! - our fruit trees have been bonkers this year with trees that have never given fruit giving up huge crops this year - and chestnuts ?? Everywhere - can't wait to see if we get good cepe mushroom crops this year as rains have been light...

[Craig McGinty]

Hi Tony, must admit that wherever you look at the moment fruits and veggies are in abundance.
All the best, Craig

[david]

hello!!
In french we call it a "coulemelle"you can eat it but it's better to grill it

[Craig McGinty]

Hi David, many thanks for the French translation and tip on cooking it.
All the best, Craig