Chanterelles are a great favorite of European mushroom hunters and are becoming more popular in the United States. Most are bright orange or yellow, although one, the black trumpet, is brownish-black.
Fresh chanterelles have a pleasant, fruity fragrance.
To make sure you have a chanterelle, check the underside of the cap. Some species of chanterelle are nearly smooth underneath, while others have a network of wrinkles or gill-like ridges running down the stem. The ridges have many forks and crossveins and are always blunt-edged . Usually found in scattered groups. Saute slowly in butter until tender, season with salt, pepper and parsley, and serve on crackers.