Classic Marsala Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and flavorful Classic Marsala Sauce, a perfect pairing for chicken, veal, or pasta. This indulgent sauce combines the earthy depth of cremini mushrooms, the aromatic warmth of shallots and garlic, and the sweet complexity of dry Marsala wine, simmered to perfection. Enriched with creamy heavy cream and balanced with fragrant thyme, this sauce brings restaurant-quality sophistication to your table in just 30 minutes. Finished with a touch of fresh parsley, this dish is a feast for the senses, making it an ideal choice for both family dinners and elegant occasions. A must-try recipe for anyone seeking to master the art of homemade Italian sauces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces shallots, minced
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 250 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 240 milliliters dry Marsala wine
- 240 milliliters chicken stock or broth
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the unsalted butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt completely and combine with the oil.
Add the minced shallots and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are browned and their moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour the dry Marsala wine into the skillet, stirring to deglaze any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine simmer until reduced by half, approximately 5 minutes.
Add the chicken stock to the skillet and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Let the mixture simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 5-10 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving. This sauce complements cooked chicken, veal, or pasta beautifully.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.3 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.5 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2135 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1321 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
