Instructions

1. Brush the large dirt particles from the morel mushrooms with a dry cloth. Wild morel mushrooms might contain small bugs or larvae that will come out in the cleaning process. Store the morel mushrooms in a paper bag in the refrigerator if you don't plan on cooking them right away.

2. Slice the mushroom lengthwise into vertical sections. Rinse the slices with cold water and pat dry.

3. Fill a bowl with salt water and allow the slices to soak for one to two hours. This will remove additional dirt particles and bugs. Dry the morels again before cooking. If you use dried morels, soak them in water for a half hour to allow the mushrooms to regain their original structure.

4. Add butter or olive oil to a skillet and heat. Coat the mushrooms in a mixture of flour and spices before adding them to the hot pan or add them directly. Saute the morel mushrooms for five to seven minutes, flipping them as necessary. You can also grill the morel mushrooms or fry them with other vegetables or ingredients.