Phred wrote:

> He recommended using my meagre quantity finely sliced over perfectly
> cooked scrambled eggs.
>
> I'll probably end up doing that as my introduction to the world of
> truffels. But it occurred to me that the accumulated knowledge of the
> denizens of this group may be worth mining for alternative
> suggestions. Anyone care to offer a recommendation or two?

White truffles get used raw, black truffles get cooked, even if just a
little.
What kind of truffles do you have there? If they're white then your friend
gave you a very good tip, it's also typical in Langhe (Piedmont) the most
renowned white truffle area in Italy.
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ViLco
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