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.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Add the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for garnish.

Step 9

Serve the mushroom sauce warm over your dish of choice, such as steak, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	823.9 grams (823.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1281

Total Fat 119.20g	153%
Saturated Fat 64.20g	321%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 1723mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 19.00g	7%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 8.90g
Protein 11.50g	23%

Vitamin D 30IU	150%
Calcium 49mg	4%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1136mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.8%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 6.4%