Gotta Be the Best Low Fat Mushroom Sauce Ever
Elevate your meals with this irresistibly creamy yet guilt-free creation: *Gotta Be the Best Low Fat Mushroom Sauce Ever*. Perfectly balancing indulgence and health, this silky mushroom sauce features sautéed cremini or white button mushrooms, a touch of low-fat milk, and a flavorful blend of garlic, onion, and fresh thyme for a savory depth. The secret to its creamy consistency lies in a clever cornstarch slurry, making it both rich and low in fat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, pasta, mashed potatoes, or even steamed vegetables. Packed with flavor but light on calories, it’s the perfect addition to any healthy yet hearty dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams cremini or white button mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 0.5 cup low-fat milk (1% or skim)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and combine with the oil.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms release their liquid and begin to brown slightly.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to cook for 3 minutes so the flavors meld.
While the broth simmers, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Set aside.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat milk, followed by the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously to prevent lumps as the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Add soy sauce, fresh thyme (if using), salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm over your favorite dish, such as grilled chicken, pasta, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.5 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1596 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1154 mg | 25% | |
*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.
