Creamy Morel Mushroom Sauce
Indulge in the earthy elegance of this Creamy Morel Mushroom Sauce, a luxurious yet approachable recipe perfect for elevating your favorite dishes. The delicate, nutty flavor of dried morel mushrooms is brought to life through a soaking process that also provides a richly flavored base from the reserved soaking liquid. Sautéed shallots and garlic infuse the sauce with aromatic depth, while dry white wine and heavy cream create a velvety texture that coats every bite. A touch of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herbaceous brightness to this decadent sauce, making it an irresistible pairing for steak, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 35 minutes, this morel mushroom sauce is the ultimate combination of simplicity and sophistication, guaranteed to impress your dinner guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Dried morel mushrooms
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Shallot, finely minced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup White wine (dry)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Place the dried morel mushrooms in a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Let them soak for 20 minutes, until softened.
Once softened, remove the morels from the soaking liquid, squeezing out any excess water. Reserve the soaking liquid by straining it through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a coffee filter or paper towel to remove any grit. Roughly chop the morels and set them aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the chopped morels to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes to release their flavor.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine. Allow it to reduce by half, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the reserved mushroom soaking liquid, being careful not to include any sediment that settled in the bottom of the bowl. Stir well.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
Serve the creamy morel mushroom sauce warm over your choice of steak, chicken, pasta, or even as a topping for roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.6 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.1 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 1710 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 754 mg | 16% | |
*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.
