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For most of us, turkey season is also fiddlehead season. So, while you’re tromping the woods—whether the hunting is slow or not—keep your eyes peeled for these ephemeral edibles. Why? Because they are ...

When the thaw of winter is finally over and spring rolls around, fiddlehead ferns are one of the first things to pop up — the curled fronds of ferns yet to unfurl into their full, leafy shape. One of ...

Cook Fiddlehead Ferns into a Crunchy, Tangy, Cheesy Appetizer Recipe! You, yes…you! You can master the seasonal foraged ...

If you explore the produce section of your local grocery store in mid-May to early June, you might encounter a strange seasonal vegetable. Intensely green, these spirals resemble the top of a violin; ...

The edible tips of ostrich ferns are a forager's delight. Find out where to look for fiddlehead ferns and how to prepare them. When you hear the word "fern," many things might come to mind. An elderly ...

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Want to know more about fiddleheads? Here, the basics on stalking, preparation and storage. What do they taste like? They taste like asparagus. How can I tell if a fiddlehead is ready to eat? In the ...