Mad about Mushrooms . . .

Our 2022 Recipe Winner: Renata Stanko's Morel, Feta and Walnut Scones

It didn't take much time for our judges to become enchanted with Renata's submission of Morel, Feta and Walnut Scones.  First, there was the ease of preparation and the availability of ingredients with the inclusion of dried morels.  Then there was the aroma that wafted through the kitchen as the scones baked. 

Finally, there were visual delights and then more sensory treats.  As our judges broke the scones apart, they were greeted with tiny jewels of green from the parley and chives, the creamy color from the feta, rich brown from the morels and golden beige from the chopped walnuts.  The pleasure didn't stop there; for the taste was rich and satisfying.    

When asked to provide us with a wee bit of information about herself, Renata modestly emailed the following:

My husband and I live in the beautiful Willamette Valley in Oregon.  We have two grown daughters and two grandchildren who keep us busy.  I enjoy foraging for wild mushrooms in the nearby Cascades and coastal area.  Morels are my favorite mushrooms, but I am happy with any edible fungi that I happen to find and a serene walk in the forest.  I also enjoy booking, baking, creating recipes, gardening, hiking, swimming and spending fun times with the family.

And, we might add, Renata must certainly enjoy creating yummy recipes as evidenced by this year's winning submission.

March, 2022's Recipe of the Month: Our 2021 Recipe Contest Winner Renata Stanko

What happens when you create scones that are studded with gem size pieces of morels, feta and walnuts?  Magic!  Pure and simple magic!  And, thanks to Renata for submitting this year's winning recipe, we are able to pass along a little magic to our online readers.

We know that you will savor these scones are much as we did; for every bit seems to contain a small nugget of deliciousness.  The slices are elegant with dots of color that enhance the visual part of the dining experience. 

We fancy serving these scones as a light breakfast with fruit or perhaps in the afternoon alongside cups of freshly brewed Earl Gray blended with bergamot oil.  And, of course, there is no reason not to tuck them into your mushrooms basket when you head out this spring to gather more mushrooms.