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Spore dispersal is accomplished through fungivores, animals that eat fungi. [2] These fungi have ecological roles in nutrient cycling and drought tolerance. Some truffle species are prized as food. [3] Edible truffles are used in Italian, French [4] and other national haute cuisines. Truffles are cultivated and harvested from natural environments.
Tuber melanosporum, called the black truffle, Périgord truffle or French black truffle, [1] is a species of truffle native to Southern Europe. It is one of the most expensive edible fungi in the world. In 2013, the truffle cost between 1,000 and 2,000 euros per kilogram.
Truffle oils sold in Southern France. Truffle oil is a modern culinary ingredient used to impart the flavor and aroma of truffles to a dish. The ingredient is commonly used as a finishing oil [1] in a variety of dishes, including truffle fries, pasta dishes, pizzas, and puréed foods such as mashed potatoes and deviled eggs. [2]
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The white truffle market in Alba is busiest in the months of October and November when the Fiera del Tartufo (truffle fair) takes place. [16] In 2001, Tuber magnatum truffles sold for between $2,200–$4,800 per kilogram ($1,000–$2,200 per pound); [ 17 ] as of December 2009, they were being sold at $14,203.50/kg.
With bodies from 2 to 10 centimetres (1 to 4 inches) in diameter, burgundy truffles are relatively large. Their brown or black outer skin ( peridium ) forms pyramidal warts about 3 to 9 mm ( 1 ⁄ 8 to 11 ⁄ 32 in) wide, resembling rough bark .