Homemade Mushroom Cream

Transform your kitchen into a gourmet haven with this rich and velvety Homemade Mushroom Cream recipe, a versatile dish that’s perfect as a soup, pasta sauce, or the ultimate savory base. Featuring tender button mushrooms, sautéed with aromatic garlic and shallots in a luxurious blend of butter and olive oil, this recipe is elevated with a splash of white wine, a hint of fresh thyme, and a creamy finish from heavy cream. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, this elegant mushroom cream balances earthy flavors with silky texture, making it an irresistible option for dinner parties or cozy weeknight meals. Whether served on its own or paired with crusty bread, this comforting dish promises restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your home.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams button mushrooms
• 50 grams unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 shallot
• 125 milliliters white wine
• 250 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
• 200 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Clean the button mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth. Slice them thinly and set aside.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the shallot.

Step 3

In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot, sautéing until the shallot is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until it reduces by half, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the mushroom mixture until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture in batches to a countertop blender and puree until smooth.

Step 8

Return the mixture to the pan if using a countertop blender. Stir in the heavy cream, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture gently simmer for an additional 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve immediately as a soup, pasta sauce, or any base for a creamy dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1210.5 grams (1210.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1550

Total Fat 139.50g	179%
Saturated Fat 69.70g	349%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 311mg	104%
Sodium 3391mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 30.50g	11%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 14.90g
Protein 19.10g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 78mg	6%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1871mg	40%

*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: 86.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 8.4%