C. T. Suddeth

Thanksgiving Cherokee style!

Wishi ᏫᏏ AKA Miatake or Hen of the Woods is a mushroom growing at the base of oaks. It is said to have meaty/nutty flavor and is harvested around November 1.

Cut into strips and boil for at least 15 minutes. Drain.

Skillet fry with salt/pepper.

Deep fat fry—bread with white flour/salt/pepper.

Fry until brown. [Unless you are experienced, beware, eating the wrong mushroom can be fatal]