Creamy garlic mushrooms
Creamy garlic mushrooms are a delicious and easy side dish or appetizer, featuring mushrooms cooked in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Creamy Garlic Mushrooms Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound (450g) mushrooms, cleaned and sliced (you can use cremini, button, or a mix)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Mushrooms:
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and have released most of their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Garlic:
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Make the Cream Sauce:
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and dried thyme.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve:
- Serve the creamy garlic mushrooms as a side dish, over toasted bread, or as a topping for steak, chicken, or pasta.
Tips:
- Mushrooms: Make sure the mushrooms are dry before cooking them. If they are too wet, they will steam instead of browning.
- Cream: For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Herbs: Feel free to experiment with other herbs like rosemary, oregano, or basil for different flavor profiles.
Enjoy your creamy garlic mushrooms!
