Mushroom Sauce
Elevate your meals with this rich and velvety Mushroom Sauce, a versatile recipe that’s perfect for adding gourmet flair to any dish. Made with earthy cremini mushrooms sautéed in a buttery olive oil base, this sauce combines the savory depth of garlic and onion with a luxurious blend of heavy cream, stock, and a hint of optional white wine for added complexity. Fresh thyme infuses a fragrant herbal note, while a sprinkle of parsley provides a bright, fresh finish. Whether draped over juicy steaks, tender chicken, al dente pasta, or roasted vegetables, this quick and easy mushroom sauce, ready in just 30 minutes, is a decadent way to upgrade your dinner table. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe will become your go-to for creamy, flavorful indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 300 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 60 milliliters dry white wine (optional)
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 120 milliliters chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their juices and begin to brown.
If using white wine, pour it into the skillet to deglaze the pan. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable stock. Let the mixture simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Add the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve the mushroom sauce warm over your dish of choice, such as steak, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.2 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.2 g | 321% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 1723 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1136 mg | 24% | |
*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.
