Herbed Mushroom Sauce
Elevate your meals with this luxurious Herbed Mushroom Sauce, a creamy and flavorful combination of cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and finely chopped onions, all simmered to perfection in a blend of dry white wine, heavy cream, and a hint of chicken or vegetable broth. Fresh thyme and parsley infuse the sauce with a bright, herbaceous finish, making it the perfect accompaniment to pasta, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fluffy mashed potatoes. Ready in just 30 minutes with a balance of earthy and savory notes, this easy-to-make sauce is both comforting and elegant, ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it warm and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 quarter cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt completely and combine with the olive oil.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent and aromatic.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, making sure not to let it burn.
Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
Pour in the dry white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine simmer until it reduces by half, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the fresh thyme leaves, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir to incorporate and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired, and serve the herbed mushroom sauce immediately over your favorite dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.2 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 1728 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
