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Creamy Mushroom Gravy

Creamy Mushroom Gravy: Elevate Comfort Food in 20 Minutes

Creamy Mushroom Gravy is a rich vegetarian sauce made with earthy mushrooms and aromatic garlic, perfect for enhancing meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; substitute with oil for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Enhances richness; no substitutions necessary
  • 8 oz Mushrooms, sliced Use cremini, button, shiitake, or portobello interchangeably
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adds aromatic depth; adjust to taste
For the Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens gravy; substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1.5 cups Vegetable or Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version
For the Creamy Finish
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half Coconut cream is a great dairy-free option
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme Replace with fresh thyme if desired
Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust for more spice
  • 1 teaspoon Soy or Worcestershire Sauce Optional, adds depth to flavor

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute until it starts to froth.
  2. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and tender.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir well, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in 1½ cups of broth while stirring to avoid lumps, then bring to a simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
  6. Pour in ½ cup of heavy cream, add ½ teaspoon of dried thyme, and season with salt and black pepper, simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes.
  7. Optionally add 1 teaspoon of soy or Worcestershire sauce, stirring gently for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover gravy in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently over low heat, adding broth or cream if necessary.

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