While I had looked for a cleaner specimen of this morel, this one worked the best. These are a real treat to eat, had them many times when I was a kid. My parents and grandparents all went out for these in the woods every spring. The saying is they tend to grow near dead elm trees, but I think they like moist areas also. Always reminded me of a sponge. They have to be washed really well, as the dirt does get into those nooks and crannies. My mom would then flour them and gently saute in butter. I think they ae considered a delicacy and many people who do know where they tend to grow, will not likely ever tell another person about the secret location. :)
