Mushrooms
Mushrooms are something of a staple in kitchens across this region, probably due to the fact that they are in bountiful supply. The abundance of forests and pasture allow for a year-round supply of a wide variety of mushrooms including Morels, Ceps , Oyster mushrooms and Girolles . Franche -Comte' is also famous for its Coq au Vin, although the kind you find here is likely to be made with Vin Jaune . Due to the prevalence of cheese, many of the region's speciality dishes include this ingredient, such as the Feuillete ' Comtois au Jambon (a puff pastry creation w ith ham and Comte' cheese that looks much like a sausage roll). The endless fondues enjoyed with local Breads and various kinds of Beef in both cube and meatball form