Lion’s mane mushrooms have a dense, meaty texture similar to stewed beef and easily take on the flavors of this recipe; the result is familiar in its decadence but avoids the heaviness that often follows consuming red meat. Smoked bacon and beef broth provide ample meaty flavors while enriching the silky herbed sauce of aromatic vegetables and red wine. This dish is neither vegan or vegetarian but rather Fungitarian.
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Ingredients 2 lbs lion’s mane mushroom, cut into 1″ pieces 4 T. avocado oil or other high-heat oil for browning the lion’s mane 4 T. unsalted butter 2 T. all-purpose flour 12 oz. thick-cut smoked bacon or lardons, diced 6 medium carrots, sliced 1 large red or sweet onion, diced OR 1lb. pearl onions, blanched and skins removed 5 large cloves roasted garlic, thinly sliced 2 bay leafs Small bunch of fresh parsley 8 sprigs of fresh thyme 3 C. medium-bodied red wine, (Burgundy or Bordeaux works well) 2 C. beef b