Great Mushroom Gravy

Elevate your comfort food game with this Great Mushroom Gravy—a rich, savory sauce that’s brimming with earthy flavors and velvety texture. Made with golden-brown, caramelized mushrooms and a fragrant medley of onions, garlic, and fresh thyme, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and depth. A touch of soy sauce adds umami richness, while the creamy consistency comes from an effortless flour-thickened base. Perfect for drizzling over mashed potatoes, fluffy biscuits, or roasted vegetables, this mushroom gravy is versatile, vegetarian-friendly, and comes together in just 35 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and prepare to savor every spoonful of this comforting classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 12 ounces white or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or beef broth
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 salt (optional, to taste)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and turn golden brown.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped onion and cook for another 5 minutes until the onion is softened and slightly translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat everything in the flour. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the vegetable or beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Let the mixture come to a simmer.

Step 7

Stir in the soy sauce, thyme leaves, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.

Step 8

Simmer the gravy for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.

Step 10

Serve the mushroom gravy warm over mashed potatoes, biscuits, or your dish of choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054.9 grams (1054.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	787

Total Fat 63.50g	81%
Saturated Fat 30.30g	152%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1286mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 48.80g	18%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 17.80g	36%

Vitamin D 34IU	170%
Calcium 110mg	8%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 1747mg	37%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 23.3%