Dryad Grove Dried Pearl Oyster Mushrooms from LeAnne and Jason at Dryad Grove in Weatherford. These small-batch, locally grown mushrooms bring deep, earthy umami to soups, sauces, risottos, stir-fries, and cozy weeknight cooking. Sourcing & practices: Grown by Dryad Grove, a family-run mushroom farm focused on sustainable, pesticide-free growing practices. Their farm works to reduce waste by using mushrooms across fresh and shelf-stable products, and spent mushroom blocks are reused for compost and soil-building projects. What to expect: Rehydrate in warm water, broth, or stock until tender, then sauté with butter or olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Add to soups, ramen, rice, pasta, gravies, eggs, or vegetable dishes. Save the soaking liquid for extra mushroom flavor. About the farm: LeAnne and Jason’s mushroom story started after their family found wild pearl oyster mushrooms near Lake Weatherford and decided to try growing their own. Learn more about Dryad Grove on our Partner page. Quick Details Grown by: LeAnne and Jason, Dryad GroveLocation: Weatherford, TXApprox. distance from FloMo: 45 miles as the crow fliesPractices: Small-batch, locally grown, sustainable practices, pesticide-freeIngredients: Dried pearl oyster mushroomsSize: 1 ozPrice from package: $15Storage: Keep sealed in a cool, dry pantryBest for: Soups, risotto, pasta, ramen, stir-fries, gravies, eggs, broths, and savory sauces
