“Thought to be a variant of mandragora, for the vines that reach up from its collar, covering its face like a mask. Notes the famed naturalist, Merlose: ‘It weareth its skin in layers, much like to the root of similar name, perhaps for the proffering of protection ‘gainst the cold.'”
Bestiary entry, FFXII
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 10 ounces sliced crimini mushrooms
- 2 leeks, trimmed, halved, thickly sliced, and rinsed well
- 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
- A few sprigs of thyme
- A pinch of kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon red wine
- Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh baguette
Directions
Heat butter and oil in a large skillet. Add mushrooms, leeks, garlic, thyme, and salt, and saute over medium heat for about 30 minutes, until leeks are very tender. Add capers and red wine and season with black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes more, until liquid has evaporated. Stir well and serve with warm bread. This recipe pairs beautifully with Basch’s Campfire Steak or Bahamut’s Baseball Steak, but it’s so good you can eat it all by itself.
Final Fantasy Recipes 