We end Shiitake Week by making the most delicious risotto. And while shiitakes are certainly not ‘magic’ mushrooms, the effect will be nearly the same. You’ll be like “oh crap…what just happened??”

Shiitake Mushroom Risotto 2- the sam livecast

Shiitake Mushroom Risotto - the sam livecast

It’s Shiitake Week and the lesson here is really about a simple, delicious way to prepare this most glorious of mushrooms. But rather than just serve them plain, we bust out the Searzall and flame up a few sea scallops to top them off.

Sautéed Shiitakes with Scallops 2 - the sam livecast

Sautéed Shiitakes with Scallops 3 - the sam livecast

Sautéed Shiitakes with Scallops - the sam livecast