Classic Mushroom Sauce

Rich, velvety, and bursting with earthy flavors, this Classic Mushroom Sauce is a must-have recipe for elevating any dish. Made with golden sautéed cremini mushrooms, a hint of garlic, and a luscious combination of cream and stock, this versatile sauce offers a perfect balance of savory and creamy goodness. A sprinkle of fresh thyme adds a fragrant, herbaceous note, while the optional parsley garnish provides a fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy homemade mushroom sauce pairs beautifully with steak, chicken, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply upgrading weeknight meals, this recipe ensures restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 250 grams Cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released most of their moisture.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir until the flour is evenly distributed and has absorbed the pan's liquid, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable stock while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately over your choice of steak, chicken, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(807.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	947.4

Total Fat 91.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 213mg	0%
Sodium 2533.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 56.4mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 956.8mg	0%

*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: 87.3%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 7.7%