Mushrooms That Taste Like Milk: Exploring the Lactarius Genus
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Over 500 species belong to the Lactarius genus, a group of fungi commonly known as milk-caps for the milky fluid they exude when cut. Certain species from this genus, such as *Lactarius volemus*, are particularly known for their appealing nutty, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor profiles, offering a unique answer to the question of what kind of mushroom tastes like milk.
