Foraging for Ramps (Wild Leeks) From Digging To Cooking Them

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Foraging for Ramps (Wild Leeks) From Digging To Cooking Them

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If morel mushrooms are the king of spring foraging, then Ramps are the prince. Ramps, ramsons, wild onions, wild garlic, regardless of their name, you are truly blessed if you find a patch in early spring.
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With easy identification, a unique flavor, and numerous uses, the gift of ramps in the spring is something I look forward to as the first patches of ground appear beneath the snow.

Mother nature has gifted us with several colonies near our off-grid camp. Each spring we wait for the first shoots to push up through last fall’s leaves.

For five years now, we have undertaken this gentle harvest. We then grill, sauté, and puree the ramps and bulbs. Paired with fresh caught trout, we truly live like royalty.

Let’s look at the best practices for harvesting your own wild ramps. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

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