Weight Watchers Mushroom in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich yet guilt-free flavors of this Weight Watchers Mushroom in Cream Sauce, a quick and easy dish perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Made with naturally earthy white or cremini mushrooms, this lightened-up recipe combines low-fat cream cheese and skim milk for a velvety sauce that's big on flavor but low on calories. Fresh garlic and a touch of parsley enhance the dish's aromatic profile, while a splash of vegetable broth keeps it perfectly balanced. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal as a side dish or served over grilled chicken, steak, or whole-grain pasta for a wholesome meal. With its creamy, satisfying texture and simple cooking technique, it’s a must-try recipe for those looking to enjoy comfort food while staying on track.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 250 grams White or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 60 grams Low-fat cream cheese
- 120 milliliters Skim milk
- 60 milliliters Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until the butter is fully melted.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and turn golden brown.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until it has fully melted and blended with the mushrooms.
Gradually add the skim milk and vegetable broth, stirring constantly to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly, while stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve immediately as a side dish or over grilled chicken, steak, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1548 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1264 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.
