Puffballs grow wild in grassy fields and near hedgerows. They can be enormous in size, resembling a white football. The larger puffballs have a thick, slightly rubbery skin which may be peeled off.
To check whether a puffball is good, slice it in half. It should be white all the way through and the flesh should be dense and firm.
The dense texture of puffballs makes them ideal for grilling, roasting or deep-frying. We sometimes stud the slices with garlic and rosemary.