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HaightAshbury
It's a plant

Registered: 06/07/06
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Loc: Red Stick L.a.
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What is the best way to dry mushrooms...
#5768547 - 06/19/06 03:43 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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Ok so I've aquired about 2 pounds of fresh, wet mushrooms (psilocybe cubensis). I want to save some for the winter time when they are impossible to come by. I have searched this site and haven't found an easy, cheap way to dry them out. I do not have a Dehydrator, and do not intend on purchasing one. Your advice is appreciated...PEACE
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xNerox
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Registered: 01/21/06
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: HaightAshbury]
#5768552 - 06/19/06 03:45 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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On a towel infront of a fan, in 2 days your all set.
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YESSUP
In The Thick Of It


Registered: 06/26/05
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: HaightAshbury]
#5768564 - 06/19/06 03:48 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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Dry in front of a fan as started above.. Then try and get them in a canister with some Silica Gel.. 2 Lbs wet should yield about 3 Oz. dry..
SuP Nero?
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Edited by YESSUP (06/19/06 03:49 PM)
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HaightAshbury
It's a plant

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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: YESSUP]
#5768615 - 06/19/06 04:04 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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So if they're in front of a fan for 2 days, i shouldn't have to worry about mold? I do live in very humid conditions
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ToxicMan
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: HaightAshbury]
#5769017 - 06/19/06 05:58 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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A common method is to run a string through them and hang them up to dry.
You have to worry about mold anywhere. If it's humid it makes it even more likely that they might mold.
Happy mushrooming!
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YESSUP
In The Thick Of It


Registered: 06/26/05
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: ToxicMan]
#5769031 - 06/19/06 06:01 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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Quote:
ToxicMan said: A common method is to run a string through them and hang them up to dry.
You have to worry about mold anywhere. If it's humid it makes it even more likely that they might mold.
Happy mushrooming!
I have been known to do this method and it works well...
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xNerox
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: YESSUP]
#5769384 - 06/19/06 07:05 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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Quote:
YESSUP said: Dry in front of a fan as started above.. Then try and get them in a canister with some Silica Gel.. 2 Lbs wet should yield about 3 Oz. dry..
SuP Nero?
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Ngalyod
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: xNerox]
#5769764 - 06/19/06 08:42 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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I don't like the fan method.
Desiccant in an airtight container.
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Gumby
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Registered: 06/13/01
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: HaightAshbury]
#5769834 - 06/19/06 09:00 PM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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Others have posted good advice, but do a search. This comes up at least once a month. I know I've posted this question too. A search will give you more info in drying mushrooms than you ever wanted.
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mikeownow
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Re: What is the best way to dry mushrooms... [Re: Gumby]
#5771097 - 06/20/06 01:40 AM (17 years, 7 months ago) |
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What is wrong with a dehydrator?
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