Creamy Mushroom Sauce Gravy

Elevate your meals with this luscious Creamy Mushroom Sauce Gravy, a rich and velvety accompaniment that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Made with tender button mushrooms sautéed in a buttery olive oil blend, finely diced onions, and fragrant garlic, this recipe boasts an irresistible depth of flavor. The sauce is thickened to perfection with a touch of all-purpose flour and enriched with heavy cream, chicken or vegetable stock, and a hint of soy sauce for a subtle umami kick. Fresh thyme and parsley bring a herbaceous balance, making this indulgent gravy the perfect topping for mashed potatoes, steaks, pasta, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting sauce is a must-try for anyone seeking a quick yet decadent addition to their favorite dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

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 button mushrooms
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil.

Step 2

Once the butter has melted, add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture, stir well, and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable stock, ensuring there are no lumps, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, thyme, and soy sauce. Let the gravy simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over your choice of dish, such as steak, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1057.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1035.9

Total Fat 92.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 213mg	0%
Sodium 3179.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 15.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 93.3mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1210.7mg	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: 80.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 14.1%