Classic Mushroom Sauce
Rich, velvety, and bursting with earthy flavors, this Classic Mushroom Sauce is a must-have recipe for elevating any dish. Made with golden sautéed cremini mushrooms, a hint of garlic, and a luscious combination of cream and stock, this versatile sauce offers a perfect balance of savory and creamy goodness. A sprinkle of fresh thyme adds a fragrant, herbaceous note, while the optional parsley garnish provides a fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy homemade mushroom sauce pairs beautifully with steak, chicken, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply upgrading weeknight meals, this recipe ensures restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 250 grams Cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released most of their moisture.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir until the flour is evenly distributed and has absorbed the pan's liquid, about 1 minute.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable stock while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately over your choice of steak, chicken, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.6 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.3 g | 236% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 2534 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 957 mg | 20% | |
*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.
