Submitted by: Wild Things
Ingredients:
2 cups chopped Fresh Dandelion Leaves
1/2 cup Walnuts
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Salt
2 minced garlic cloves
Instructions:
Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.
Note about Wild Things:
Wild foraging is a common pastime amongst Yukoners. The vast and varied landscape with unfettered access allows free gathering of wild foods in an area 15% larger than the state of California. This results in a culture of wild foraging of mushrooms, berries, and herbs that is growing and continues to provide healthy food and pastime for a large number of Yukon families. Our family has been foraging for wild foods for 45 years both recreationally and commercially. It is now a cherished family tradition to spend up to a month living in the bush collecting wild food products every year. These family trips provide the opportunity to pass on knowledge and experience from one generation to another and foster a respect and appreciation for the many gifts from the land. This stuffed morel recipe represents the pinnacle of many years of experimentation with our wild foraged foods and is a favourite in our family for special occasions. It is our hope that you, dear reader, will be encouraged to go out and learn the skills necessary to enjoy such a wonderful meal.