Description
A rich, silky mushroom sauce made with garlic, cream, and parmesan. Perfect for spooning over vegetables, pasta, or proteins, this quick and comforting sauce brings gourmet flavor to everyday meals.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 300 g mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or additional broth
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (at least 30% fat)
- 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (about 30 g)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter, letting the butter melt fully.
- Add sliced mushrooms in an even layer. Cook for 4–5 minutes without stirring too often to allow them to brown and release moisture.
- Add garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in wine or broth and simmer for about 1 minute, scraping the pan to release browned bits. Let most of the liquid evaporate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining broth, cream, and parmesan. Stir gently until combined.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Sauce should be creamy but pourable.
- Stir in thyme, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra depth, use a mix of mushrooms like cremini and portobello.
- Replace thyme with parsley or rosemary for a different herbal note.
- To lighten the sauce, use reduced-fat cream and a cornstarch slurry.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with plant-based butter, cream, and cheese.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
