Midwest Foraging

115 Wild and Flavorful Edibles from Burdock to Wild Peach

By: Lisa M. Rose

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Paperback | 24 June 2015 | Edition Number 1

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From fields to woodlands, riverbeds, and lakesides-and even in our own neighbourhoods-the beautiful Midwest is rich in delicious wild edibles. Herbalist, forager, and urban farmer Lisa M. Rose helps you find peppery watercress and delectable nettles at a nearby lake in the spring and nutritious burdock roots from sunny fields in the fall. Try brewing chai from roasted hickory or beech nuts, or capturing the citrus notes of pine needles in a lightly fermented, aromatic ale. Savour the delicate snow-pea flavour of rampant kudzu greens in the southern part of the region, or, in cool-running northern marsh waters, gather nutty wild rice for a foraged feast. With this savvy guide you'll learn what to look for, when and where to look, and how to gather in a responsible way. ·An A-to-Z guide for foraging year-round ·Detailed information for safe identification ·Collecting tips for sustainable harvesting ·Tips for preparation and use Covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Ontario, Canada.

Industry Reviews

"Lisa Rose is exactly the sort of person you want to teach you how to forage for wild food. Her calm, warming voice and extensive plant knowledge make you want to dash out your back door to discover what edible delights lie just beyond." --Hank Shaw, James Beard Award-winning author of Hunter Angler Gardener Cook

"This full color guide makes foraging accessible for beginners and is a reliable source for advanced foragers." --Edible Chicago

"Useful for beginners and those searching close to home...Introducing these species to kids would be a fun backyard teaching moment for parents." --Iowa Press Citizen

"The Timber Press foraging series offers another set of books with high quality photography. . . . also available as handy Kindles." --American Herb Association Quarterly

"A must-have for anyone who likes to forage...a remarkable piece of work, offering beautiful photos and hundreds of tips about when, how and where to harvest edible plants." --Grand Rapids Press

"With 115 plants included, Midwest Foraging covers a lot of ground and is a good first choice for a beginning forager in the region covered. For more experienced folks with a larger library this is a valuable companion to include with your other field guides." --Permaculture Podcast

"I love this book... A trustworthy reference book to what is safely edible... A great addition to anyone's foraging toolkit." --Little House in an Old Town

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