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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Season and Serve:
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
5. 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!